Bell, Boeing position for Australian helicopter gunship program The government's acquisition announcement has taken observers by surprise, as it was widely expected that Australia would persist with operating its Tiger fleet for a little while longer. 4 days ago
Singapore wants to dump its four old Boeing tankers As the KC-135s were built in the United States, any disposal method will need the approval of the U.S. government before proceeding. 4 days ago
Littoral combat ship Montgomery deploys to the Pacific The LCS quietly arrived in the Philippines. July 1
Japan to dramatically scale up participation in Australian exercise This will be Japan’s third and largest-ever participation at the Talisman Sabre drills. June 17
Japan blames spatial disorientation for F-35 crash There were no indications of mechanical or other issues with the Lockheed Martin-made aircraft June 10
France promises a presence in the Pacific amid an anticipated ‘global confrontation’ A carrier strike group centered around France's sole nuclear-powered aircraft carrier made a port visit to Singapore as the French armed forces minister promised a continued presence in the Pacific region. June 5
These US partners in the Asia-Pacific are to receive ScanEagle drones The announcement marks the first time that military equipment will be transferred to Vietnam following the end of a U.S. arms embargo imposed since the communist takeover there in 1975. June 5
Chinese defense minister strikes defiant tone at Shangri-La Dialogue China’s defense minister has taken aim at U.S. activity in the South China Sea and with Taiwan. June 3
Shanahan: Chinese relationship with Huawei, companies is a security risk for DoD Speaking at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore, the acting U.S. defense secretary stressed that “no one nation can — or should — dominate the Indo-Pacific.” June 1
Shangri-La keynote blames global anxiety on US-China tension Although tension between the United States and China is growing and making others anxious, the world must accept economic and military rise, according to Singapore’s prime minister. May 31
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