US, Japan navies stage aircraft carrier meetup in Western PacificThe gathering was meant to telegraph to would-be adversaries that the two allies can quickly mass forces at sea, officials said.19 months ago
Taiwan launches its first homemade submarineThe island nation's government reportedly had plenty of help from international partners, who offered expertise and technology.20 months ago
Canada boosts Indo-Pacific naval deployments, military engagementsThis will boost the size of the Royal Canadian Navy’s annual deployment to the Indo-Pacific from two to three ships.
Austin seeks meeting with China, says ‘right time to talk is now’“The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People’s Republic of China are essential," Austin said.
Australian prime minister backs US-China dialogue, talks AUKUS effortsAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also reiterated that the nation’s plan to acquire nuclear-powered submarines would contribute to stability.
See the tech at Malaysia’s aerospace, maritime defense expoLIMA 2023 saw the debut of the Chengdu J-10CY single-seat aerobatics aircraft of China's August 1st demonstration team.
Malaysia adds funds to troubled littoral combat ship programMalaysia has reduced the number of ships it will receive under a revised contract, from six to five.
Malaysia inks light combat jet, maritime patrol aircraft dealsThe largest of the contracts was a deal for 18 Korean Aerospace Industries FA-50 light combat jets.
Satellite image shows WZ-8 supersonic drone at Chinese baseA satellite image obtained by Defense News shows what appears to be a WZ-8 supersonic reconnaissance drone parked outside one of two newly built hangars.
Thailand receives Chinese-made amphibious shipThe landing platform dock has a stern well can carry up to four air-cushioned landing craft for amphibious assaults.
South Korea to develop electronic warfare aircraft, buy helicoptersSouth Korea’s defense procurement agency has approved two major acquisition programs, cumulatively worth billions of dollars.
Singapore buys six combat vessels that can serve as drone mothershipsSeveral foreign defense contractors are set to benefit from related work.