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Taiwan launches its first homemade submarine
The island nation's government reportedly had plenty of help from international partners, who offered expertise and technology.
US Air Force to deploy CV-22 tiltrotor aircraft to Japan early
The early arrival of the CV-22s in the Pacific Command area of responsibility addresses "regional security concerns in line with the recently released 2018 National Defense Strategy," according to the Air Force.
China shows off long-range bombers in air force drill
Video shows bombers belonging to the 36th Bomber Division of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force were involved in the exercise.
Singapore confirms delivery of Aster 30 missile with video post
Singapore has given the first glimpse of its latest addition to the multilayered air defense network defending the southeast Asian island nation.
Japan launches amphibious unit, but equipping concerns remain
Japan has launched its first full-scale amphibious operations unit as part of a sweeping reorganization of its ground force, but questions remain about equipment delays and future basing.
Singapore denies acquisition of new Leopard tank variant
Singapore is denying it took delivery of Leopard 2A7 tanks from Germany, contradicting a report by a Swedish nongovernmental organization.
Taiwan renews interest in F-35 to counter Chinese first strike
Taiwan has flagged continued interest in the Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet, possibly as part of an upcoming new round of arms purchases from the United States.
Philippines receives ScanEagle drones for maritime security
The $13.2 million system is expected to increase the Philippine military’s maritime domain awareness, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and counterterrorism capabilities.
Indonesian ministry plans to acquire two Airbus A400M airlifters
Indonesia’s Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises looks set to purchase two Airbus A400M airlifters under a unique agreement that will see the aircraft flown and maintained by crews from the Indonesian Air Force.
US intel chief: North Korea is the ‘hardest intelligence collection target’
The head of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency has warned lawmakers of North Korea's and China's military ambitions.
