The UAE’s Tawazun Council has launched a new program to support Emirati startups and entrepreneurs developing defense, security, and dual-use technologies. Announced during the Make it in the Emirates 2026 event, the Entrepreneurship Enablement Programme will be run through Tawazun’s Industrial Innovation and Artificial Intelligence Directorate. The initiative is designed to help early-stage companies move […]
Sweden; Saab unveils upgraded Bolide missile to counter UAVs
Saab has launched an upgraded version of the Bolide missile for the RBS 70 NG short-range air defense missile system, featuring enhanced anti-drone capabilities. The Bolide 2 features a larger warhead, improved terminal flight performance, and a modular design that enables future upgrades. It retains the laser beam-riding guidance system used in previous generations, which […]
Pakistan; MoD orders J-35 Chinese stealth fighters
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has signed an “initial collaborative agreement” to acquire the Chinese Shenyang J-35 stealth fighter, a move seen as a potential shift in the regional air power equation and a challenge to future Indian Air Force (IAF) capability planning. Announcing the development, PAF Deputy Chief of Air Staff Air Vice-Marshal Tariq […]
Germany; Rheinmetall, Deutsche Telekom partner on drone defense
German arms maker Rheinmetall and telecommunications operator Deutsche Telekom plan to jointly develop a “defense shield” to protect against drones and sabotage, the companies said Monday. Germany and other European countries have faced a surge in acts of suspected sabotage and incursions by unidentified drones in recent years, with Russia believed to be behind many […]
Japan; Army orders 300 indigenous Terra Drone
Terra Drone Corporation has secured a contract with Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency to manufacture 300 domestically produced general-purpose modular unmanned aerial vehicles intended for training. Valued at 115.4 million yen ($735,000), the contract calls for deliveries to be completed by September 30, 2026. The order was awarded shortly after Terra Drone formally expanded […]
Algeria and France agree to enhance defense ties
France and Algeria set aside a two-year diplomatic falling-out to agree to intensified cooperation on domestic security and defense in a meeting Saturday between Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune and French armed forces minister Alice Rufo. As part of Rufo’s visit, France’s ambassador to the North African country and former French colony, Stephane Romatet, returned to […]
S. Korea; Army to equip troops with personal drones
Seoul plans to adopt unmanned aerial systems (UAS) as standard equipment for Republic of Korea Army warfighters, expanding drone use across combat roles and units. The service will field drones from company level to operational commands without launching a separate branch, with troops across infantry, armor, and artillery gaining UAS qualifications as part of routine […]
Germany; government at odds over stake in KNDS IPO
Plans for the German government to take a stake in Franco-German defence firm KNDS may not go ahead due to disagreements within the coalition, Handelsblatt reported on Thursday citing a government document and unnamed sources. Berlin had aimed to secure a pre-IPO stake in the tank maker to safeguard national security interests and maintain influence […]
Kenya; Air Force to receive Bell-515 training helicopters from US
U.S. Approves Bell 505 Training Helicopters to Expand Philippine Air Force Pilot Capacity The United States has approved a possible $150 million Foreign Military Sale of Bell 505 Jet Ranger X training helicopters for the Philippines, giving the Philippine Air Force a dedicated rotary-wing training fleet that can preserve frontline flight hours on its S-70i […]
New Zealand has begun discussions with Australia and Britain over replacing its ageing Anzac-class frigates, with advice on a preferred path expected to go to government by the end of 2027, Defence Minister Chris Penk said on Thursday. The government is considering the Japanese Mogami-class frigate, which Australia has chosen, and Britain’s Type 31 frigate […]