The Singapore Army, in collaboration with the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), has recently introduced a new tactical drone, the Vesper, developed by Vantage Robotics. This advanced quadcopter is designed to enhance the situational awareness of soldiers on the battlefield, marking a significant turn in tactical military operations. During the recent Panther Strike exercise, […]
Taiwan; Navy to test indigenous Hailong Unmanned submarine
According to information published by The Liberty Times on September 11, 2024, the Hailong underwater unmanned test vehicle, a collaboration between Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) and Lung Teh Shipbuilding, was spotted leaving the dock and embarking on its first sea trials. New high-resolution images reveal the vehicle in detail as […]
Iraq; Air Force replaces its Mi-8/17 fleet with 12 new H225M Caracal helicopters
On September 5, 2024, the Iraqi Ministry of Defense formalized an agreement with Airbus Helicopters to purchase a fleet of 14 military helicopters, comprising 12 new H225M Caracal models and two additional helicopters of a different type. The contract signing took place in Baghdad and was attended by Iraq’s Defense Minister Thabet Muhammad Saeed Al-Abbasi, […]
China; Scientists claim steel cone hypersonic missiles may reach Mach 8 speed.
Chinese scientists claim to have discovered a way to use steel, instead of the heavy and expensive tungsten, in the nose cones of hypersonic missiles. Once considered nearly impossible to achieve, Chinese scientists say they have succeeded thanks to a new thermal protection technology. According to a report by the South China Morning Post (SCMP), […]
Azerbaijan; Army inducts its first Czech made DITA 155mm SP Howitzer
On September 7, 2024, Turan reported that Azerbaijan received its first DITA 155mm self-propelled howitzer from the Czech company Excalibur Army, marking the beginning of a planned delivery of over 70 units as indicated by AZE.media on May 6, 2024. As clarified by Praise The Steph on September 9, 2024, this unit will be on […]
India; Army orders additional SIG716 assault rifles
SIG SAUER, Inc. recently announced a second supply contract with the Indian government, through the Ministry of Defence, to deliver an additional 73,000 SIG716 rifles. Once this order is completed, the Indian Army will have a total of 145,400 SIG716 rifles, marking a significant milestone in the modernization of its military equipment. This collaboration between […]
Azerbaijan; Air Force selects Turkish missiles for its JF-17 fighters.
The Azerbaijani Air Force is set to enhance its aerial combat capabilities with the acquisition of Turkish Bozdoğan and Gökdoğan missiles, which will be integrated into its JF-17-C Block III Thunder fighters, developed jointly by China and Pakistan. This decision marks a significant step in the growing military cooperation between Turkey and Azerbaijan, largely built […]
Japan; Navy to arm Aegis destroyer with Tomahawk cruise missiles
According to information published by Minkei on September 1, 2024, the Japanese Ministry of Defense has decided to enhance the capabilities of the Maritime Self-Defense Force’s Aegis destroyer Chokai by equipping it with the ability to launch U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles. The upgrade of the destroyer Chokai, which will be the first Japanese Aegis destroyer […]
Iran; Army exhibits its new modernized M60 MBT
On September 1, 2024, the Information Agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRNA) announced the official unveiling of a modernized version of the American M60A1 tank, designated “Soleiman-402,” alongside a new indigenous multi-layered anti-aircraft defense system. The event took place at the Shahid Zarharan Center of the Army Ground Force and was attended by […]
Taiwan; MoD to spend $$ 14.5B. on purchases for 2024 including Harpoon missiles and F-16 upgrades.
According to information published by Liberty Times on August 25, 2024, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense will allocate a budget of more than NT$467.4 billion for various defense expenditures, with NT$145.8 billion ($US 14.5B.) specifically earmarked for “military investments” that cover research, development, and procurement. This marks an increase of NT$20.3 billion compared to the […]