According to IDRW on July 19, 2024, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first bilateral visit to Russia since securing his third term, Russia renewed its proposal for joint production of its latest S-500 air defense system. This proposal came amidst India’s ongoing efforts to enhance its defense capabilities, having already procured the Russian S-400 air […]
Turkey; TAF mulls buy of 40 Eurofighters
According to Bloomberg, Türkiye is on the verge of concluding a deal with the Eurofighter consortium to acquire 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. This strategic negotiation reportedly took place on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Washington, which was held from July 9 to 11, 2024. The agreement aims to modernize the Turkish Air […]
Indonesia; Navy commissions two 60-meter patrol vessels
According to information published by the Indonesian MoD on July 12, 2024, the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) held a ship naming and launch ceremony for two new 60-meter fast patrol boats, KRI Hampala-880 and KRI Lumba-Lumba-881, at the PT Caputra Mitra Sejati shipyard in Merak, Banten. Admiral Ali highlighted the strategic importance of these new […]
Uzbekistan; First locally assembled Arslon 8×8 unveiled
On July 15, 2024, Uzbekistan’s national broadcaster MTRK reported that the first domestically produced Arslon 8×8 armored personnel carrier (APC) and the modernized Tarlon-M 4×4 armored vehicle are undergoing field testing, with subsequent delivery planned for the Uzbek army. Additionally, the reports announced that the Uzbek army will receive a batch of this updated generation […]
Yemen; Russia considering arming Houthi with coastal anti-ship missiles
According to information published by Business Insider on July 20, 2024, Russia is considering supplying Yemen’s Houthi rebels with advanced anti-ship missiles. This potential move is believed to be in response to President Biden’s approval of Ukraine’s use of US-supplied weapons on Russian soil. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia previously convinced Russia not to provide […]
Qatar; Army sends its VAB IFVs to repairs in France
French defense contractor Arquus has signed an agreement with Doha-based Barzan Holdings to upgrade the Qatar Armed Forces’ Véhicule de l’Avant Blindé (VAB) infantry fighting vehicles. Under the contract, Arquus will cover modification and repairs for 54 Qatari VABs domestically and in France. The firm will also deliver associated training for industrial and military personnel […]
Japan; Army opts for Finnish AMV XP 8×8 IFV
The Japanese army (Japan Ground Self-Defense Force JGSDF) has chosen the Patria AMV XP 8×8, developed by the Finnish defense company Patria Group, to replace the aging Type 96 8×8 armored personnel carrier currently in service. Patria Japan Ltd, strategically located next to the bustling Tokyo Station, serves as the company’s operational hub in the […]
Jordan; MoD negotiates buy of surplus A-10 Warthogs fighters from US.
Jordan may soon bolster its air fleet with the acquisition of the iconic A-10 Warthogs from the US Air Force. The US Air Force has finally begun reducing its fleet of these attack aircraft. In 2023, 21 A-10s were retired from service, and 42 others will be stored at Davis-Monthan Base in Arizona by the […]
Philippines-Japan; MoDs sign historic defense pact.
Japan and the Philippines signed a major defense pact on Monday, July 8, 2024, allowing the deployment of Japanese forces for joint military exercises in the Philippines. This Southeast Asian nation, once occupied by Japan during World War II, is now strengthening its alliance with Tokyo in response to an increasingly assertive China. Japan can […]
Philippines; MoD requests surplus air defense missile systems from Japan
Former Japanese Defense Minister Onodera Itsunori confirmed that the Philippines has formally requested the sale or transfer of Japanese-made air defense missile systems. The announcement was made public through the X account of Max Montero on July 10, 2024, highlighting the ongoing defense collaboration between the two countries. The defense relationship between Japan and the […]