The Ministry of Industry is playing an increasingly important role in the Spanish government’s roadmap to increase investment in Defence. The 10,471 million announced by President Pedro Sánchez have made all the headlines, although, in addition to this plan, the Council of Ministers has given the green light to a transfer of 2,819 million euros […]
Algeria; Navy orders three AW159 Wildcat helicopters from Italy
Algeria signed a contract with Leonardo for the delivery of three AW159 Wildcat helicopters, with deliveries expected to conclude by 2027. These helicopters are likely set to be deployed aboard Algeria’s new Adhafer-class corvettes, built in China by CSSC, to enhance the Algerian Navy’s capabilities in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW). According to […]
UAE; Tawazun council signs local license production of US Coyote C-UAV interceptors
US firm Raytheon has signed a strategic partnership deal with the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Tawazun Council, its defense and security acquisitions authority, to locally produce the Coyote counter-drone system. The landmark agreement involves Raytheon Emirates’ technology transfer and collaboration with Emirati defense companies to manufacture the counter-drone system components in the assembly and testing […]
Bosnia and Herzegovina; US to supply six Agusta A119 Helicopters
Amid ongoing geopolitical instability in the Western Balkans, military cooperation between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina is regaining momentum. As reported by Dnevni Avaz on April 20, 2025, the Minister of Defense of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Zukan Helez, announced that the country will soon receive six Agusta A119 multipurpose helicopters as part of […]
Ukraine; Armed forces to get 316 Vector and 30 RQ-35 Heidrun UAVs from Germany.
On April 17, 2025, the German Ministry of Defense officially announced the delivery of an additional batch of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Ukraine, including 316 Vector reconnaissance drones and 30 more RQ-35 Heidrun drones. This substantial support package highlights the continued importance of drone technology in Ukraine’s defense strategy as it counters ongoing Russian […]
South Korea; AAD developing AI-powered radar for small drones detection
In a context marked by the rapid proliferation of unmanned aerial systems and growing regional tensions in East Asia, South Korea has announced the successful test of a new radar technology designed to significantly enhance its detection and surveillance capabilities. On April 17, 2025, the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) reported having conducted an outdoor […]
Netherlands; Army re-equips with Leopard-2A8 tanks
After a 13-year hiatus from operating main battle tanks, the Netherlands is set to reestablish its armored capabilities by acquiring 46 German-made Leopard 2A8 tanks. This significant move, announced by the Dutch Ministry of Defense on April 16, 2025, marks a strategic shift in the nation’s defense posture, aligning with NATO objectives to bolster ground […]
Philippines; Marines receives another BrahMos anti-ahip missile Battery from India
According to information published on April 20, 2025, by the Indian newspaper “The New Indian Express”, India has successfully shipped the second battery of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system to the Philippines. This milestone reinforces India’s emergence as a credible defense exporter and marks a significant deepening of strategic and defense ties between New […]
Morocco; MoD orders 600 Stinger MANPADS from US
The United States on Tuesday announced the approval of an $825 million sale of up to 600 Stinger anti-air missiles and related equipment to Morocco. “The proposed sale will improve Morocco’s capability to meet current and future threats. Morocco intends to use these defense articles and services to modernize its armed forces and expand its […]
Tunisia; Navy commissions two U.S.-donated Island-Class patrol boats
On April 17, 2025, the Tunisian Navy held a commissioning ceremony for two 110-foot (34-meter) American Island-class patrol boats at the naval base in La Goulette, near Tunis. These vessels were recently transferred from the United States as part of a broader U.S. commitment to support Tunisia’s maritime security and regional stability. The ceremony took […]