Gordon Arthur
Gordon Arthur is an Asia correspondent for Defense News. After a 20-year stint working in Hong Kong, he now resides in New Zealand. He has attended military exercises and defense exhibitions in about 20 countries around the Asia-Pacific region.
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ST Engineering unveils new loitering munition, assault rifle family
The new tactical loitering munition from Singapore’s best-known defense company should be ready for production in early 2027.
Why China axed the Strategic Support Force and reshuffled the military
Its successor, the Information Support Force, will now handle network information systems and communications support, and possibly network defense.
China dissolves Strategic Support Force, focused on cyber and space
China has now established an Information Support Force, with President Xi Jinping present at its investiture ceremony in Beijing.
South Korean military paves way for robotic vehicles in its ranks
Defense companies Hyundai Rotem and Hanwha Aerospace are jockeying for position in what promises to become a milestone acquisition program.
Amid faltering domestic program, Taiwan orders more MQ-9B drones
These drones could take over some missions performed by Taiwan’s fighter fleet that is already busy monitoring Chinese military activities.
Maldives starts flying Turkish drones for maritime surveillance
Amid growing tensions with India, the Maldives government said it wants to use the strike-capable drones for patrolling its territorial waters.
South Korea hires LIG Nex1 to make new maritime missile, replace SM-2
The South Korean company is required to complete development of the Ship-to-Air Missile-II by 2030.
India plans to spend $3 billion on space. Can it catch up to China?
A top Indian general says the military cannot remain dependent on foreign constellations.
Thailand’s Air Force unveils new wish list, eyeing jets and drones
Counter-drone systems and new fighter jets are also among the most pressing concerns.
South Korea eyes mixed fleet of manned, unmanned warplanes
The South Korean military's growing interest in manned-unmanned teaming comes amid a declining pool of 18-year-old conscripts.
