On February 21, 2025, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, visited the Center for Innovative Technologies of the Defense Industry Agency to assess production capabilities and developments in military and dual-use technologies. This visit is part of the government’s effort to modernize the defense sector by incorporating technological innovations and developing a local industry capable […]
UAE; MoD interested in joining Turkish KAAN Fighter program
At the IDEX 2025 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates expressed interest in the KAAN fighter project developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI). This marks a new step in the expansion of defense relations between Türkiye and Gulf nations, as the KAAN program continues to attract international attention. The announcement was made by […]
Indonesia; Navy selects Emirati USV
Milanion and Republikorp to supply the Indonesian Navy with 20m unmanned surface vessels. At IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Milanion Group and Republikorp (RDI) signed a contract to supply the Indonesian Navy with 20-meter unmanned surface vessel (USV) conversions. The agreement, signed by Milanion CEO Davinder Dogra and Republikorp CEO Norman Joesoef at the […]
Turkey; Navy performs successful test firing of Göksur missile
The Turkish Navy has successfully conducted the first live fire test of its indigenous naval point defense missile system, Göksur. This test, which took place on February 16, 2025, was carried out off the coast of Sinop in northern Turkey, from the TCG BEYKOZ vessel. The success of this launch marks a milestone in Turkey’s […]
Israel; Navy orders additional Reshef Class Corvette
The new indigenously-built corvettes will replace Israel’s Sa’ar 4.5 class which has been in service for four decades. The five-vessel multi-mission Reshef class is intended as a replacement for Israel’s Sa’ar 4.5-class Nirit vessels, which have been in service in the Israeli Navy for four decades. On 12 December 2024, the Israeli MoD awarded Israel […]
India; Army unveils plans to acquire 1,000 new surveillance helicopters
The Indian Army has unveiled plans to procure up to 1,000 new surveillance helicopters aimed at enhancing its defense capabilities in high-altitude border regions. A request for information was recently issued to define technical requirements and evaluate potential solutions, signaling the start of a comprehensive procurement process. As outlined in the request, the helicopters must […]
Indonesia; Air Force orders 60 Turkish TB3 attack drones
Indonesia has placed an order for 60 Bayraktar TB3 drones from Turkey to enhance its ability to conduct surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision strikes. The deal was signed between Turkish firm Baykar and Indonesian defense company Republikorp during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s recent visit to Jakarta. It also follows an agreement between the two countries to […]
Turkey; Army opts to upgrade its Firtina-II SP howitzer
As reported by SavunmaSanayiST on February 11, 2025, the Turkish Land Forces will receive a total of 140 Firtina-II 155mm self-propelled howitzers, as part of a scheduled modernization program. At least ten of these vehicles have been delivered so far, with future upgrades incorporating the domestically developed UTKU power group. The transition to national components […]
India; MoD to publish a tender for 114 AMCA next generation fighter jet this year
India is expected to issue a tender this year for acquiring 114 multi-role combat aircraft, according to two sources cited by Reuters. This initiative is part of a modernization effort for the Indian Air Force that dates back nearly two decades. The objective is to bolster a fleet currently reduced to 31 fighter squadrons, mainly […]
Indonesia; Navy mulls acquisition of Aircraft Carrier
Indonesia is currently exploring the possibility of acquiring an aircraft carrier to strengthen its military capabilities in a non-combat role. During a press conference held on February 6, 2025, in Jakarta, the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), Admiral Muhammad Ali, emphasized the need to modernize the fleet’s equipment and presented several acquisition […]