The Indonesian government handed over military aid to Cambodia, consisting of rifles, pistols, and ammunition in a ceremony held at Phnom Penh International Airport on August 29, 2024. This aid marks another step forward in the longstanding defense relationship between the two nations and further cements the robust defense ties between the two ASEAN member […]
India/Russia; negotiations to co-produce Su-30 Fighters for export.
According to The Diplomat, India is nearing a pivotal moment in the global defense market as it enters discussions with Russia about co-producing Su-30 fighter jets for export. This collaboration could significantly alter the export profiles of both nations. India’s motivation lies in strengthening its domestic defense industry, while Russia seeks to circumvent Western economic […]
Thailand; Air Force decides on Gripen E/F Fighter Jets
The Royal Thai Air Force has officially announced its decision to acquire Swedish JAS 39 Gripen E/F fighter jets instead of F-16 Block 70s to replace its aging F-16s. This decision is part of a modernization project incorporated into the national budget for the period 2025-2029 . Although the decision was unofficially revealed on July […]
India; Air Force plans to convert Su-30 for AWACS missions
The Indian organization DRDO has confirmed the existence of the Virupaksha program. This ambitious project aims to upgrade Su-30MKI fighters by installing modern radars equipped with AFAR technology. As explained in the DRDO manual, the new radar is expected to have advanced capabilities, simultaneously performing aerial surveillance, targeting, and weapon control. One of the most […]
Japan; Navy deploys USVs to counter China’s East China Sea aggression.
According to information published by Asia Times on August 8, 2024, Japan is enhancing its maritime defense capabilities with the deployment of Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) in response to escalating tensions in the East China Sea. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has prioritized the integration of USVs into its fleet, according to a report […]
Iran; IRGC building new Baqeri drone carrier vessel
According to information published by @Navy_Iranian on August 20, 2024,Iran has recently unveiled its newest addition to its naval fleet, the Baqeri drone carrier warship. Originally a commercial container ship known as Sarvin, this vessel has been converted by Iran into a formidable platform for drone operations. The modification process, which took place at a […]
Singapore; Swedish SAAB to supply composite superstructures for new Navy vessels.
According to information published by Saab on August 22, 2024, the company has entered into an agreement with Singapore’s Defence Science & Technology Agency (DSTA) to provide six composite superstructures for the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN) upcoming Multi-Role Combat Vessels (MRCVs). Artist rendering of the future Multi-Role Combat Vessel. Under this contract, Saab will […]
India; DRDO develops SAM to counter hypersonic ballistic missiles threat.
According to information published by Vinay Sadham on August 20, 2024, India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is advancing the Indian Navy’s defensive capabilities with the development of a new long-range surface-to-air missile. This missile, with a range exceeding 250 kilometers, is engineered to intercept Anti-Ship Ballistic Missiles (ASBMs) traveling at speeds up to […]
Vietnam; Air Force accept delivery Czech L-39NG aircraft
Aero Vodochody and its shareholder Omnipol have successfully delivered the first six L-39NG aircraft to the Air Force of Vietnam, the type’s inaugural customer, building on a contract first signed in 2021. The Vietnamese Air Force has also received what Aero describes as “an appropriate set of theoretical and practical training for the finished L-39NG […]
China; Xi’an reveals new heavy cargo UAV
China has unveiled a video of its cargo drone, the HH-100, tested last April, developed by Xi’an Aircraft Industry (a subsidiary of the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC)), now known to be manufactured by Tengden Industries, a company specialized in the aerospace industry. On April 3rd, the drone conducted taxiing and pre-takeoff maneuvers, and […]