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The Diplomat » Asia Defense
5d ago
This year's exercise, the 39th iteration since 1991, will be the first to take place outside the Philippines territorial waters ..read more
The Diplomat » Asia Defense
5d ago
Maldives has launched its first tactical drones. The eyes in the sky will improve the country’s defense force’s monitoring, surveillance, and data capabilities ..read more
The Diplomat » Asia Defense
1w ago
In the face of China’s stunning naval buildup, competition in the Asia Pacific is entering a new era with consequences for the naval balance of power. Optimism bias stands in the way ..read more
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1w ago
The agreement, set to be signed in the coming months, offers an opportunity for Jakarta to bolster its domestic defense industry and clarify its position on AUKUS ..read more
The Diplomat » Asia Defense
2w ago
The road to the historic meeting was paved by the growing security cooperation between and among the three countries. ..read more
The Diplomat » Asia Defense
3w ago
Although Russia is still India’s biggest weapons supplier, weapons sales from the U.S. to India have increased dramatically. ..read more
The Diplomat » Asia Defense
1M ago
The country's new defense plans will only work if adequately funded, and if Australian policymakers can avoid the spending decision mistakes other nations have made ..read more
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1M ago
Without timely replenishment, India could end up with a submarine fleet similar to that of Pakistan ..read more
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1M ago
Among other things, the recent MIRV test confirms a poorly kept secret -- the military utility of India’s civilian ISRO ..read more
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1M ago
The announcement came a day after the two countries signed a defense and security pact ..read more