Usman Ansari

Usman Ansari is the Pakistan correspondent for Defense News.

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Having visited Pakistan and China, is Argentina ready to buy the JF-17 jet?

Here's what we know about Argentina's progress so far in acquiring the JF-17 fighter, and its related goals for supporting local industry.

4 days ago

Pakistan boosts defense budget by nearly 6%

Though mainly covering salary increases, some of the extra money is earmarked for infrastructure such as the continued development of Jinnah Naval Base in Ormara, the Navy’s main operational base, and a naval air base in Turbat.

2 weeks ago

Pakistan extends delayed T129 helo deal with Turkey — again

A diplomatic row between the United States and Turkey is continuing to jeopardize a planned procurement by Pakistan.

Pakistan to replace Orion patrol aircraft with Brazilian jetliner

When converted for Pakistani service, the aircraft will be called Sea Sultan.

Outgoing Pakistan Navy chief reveals details of modernization programs

Pakistan’s Navy is racing to plug operational and technological gaps as part of an unprecedented modernization effort, but analysts are divided on whether the move will deter adversaries.

Pakistan’s private industry clashes with government over regulations

The Pakistani government’s restrictions on the defense industry are stifling potential and must go, according to the president of the trade body Pakistan Aerospace Council.

Pakistan’s naval chief talks regional security and tech wish list

With more than 90 percent of its trade seaborne, Pakistan’s geostrategic location and ambitions to become a trade conduit to China and Central Asia demand it play an increasingly significant role in ensuring regional maritime security.

Pakistan tests a new cruise missile. Can it hit inside India?

The new Ra'ad II could have range of up to 600 kilometers.

Pakistan and China launch joint naval drills. Should India be concerned?

A nine-day Sino-Pakistani naval exercise commenced in Pakistan’s port of Karachi this week with the arrival of a Chinese naval task group. Find out what ships were in attendance.

Government report reveals Pakistan’s progress on military acquisitions amid financial woes

A document from Paksitan's Ministry of Defence Production reveals the country's progress on armored platforms and air power programs, despite economic woes.

Pakistan wants to create a self-reliant, self-sustained defense industry

The Pakistani government is promoting aims to increase public-private cooperation. But the private sector is skeptical.

Money isn’t everything: Pakistan seeks more than US funds in meeting with Trump

Despite diversifying its supplier portfolio, Pakistan has important American-made equipment in service and needs military-specific aid.

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Here's what we know about Argentina's progress so far in acquiring the JF-17 fighter, and its related goals for supporting local industry.

Though mainly covering salary increases, some of the extra money is earmarked for infrastructure such as the continued development of Jinnah Naval Base in Ormara, the Navy’s main operational base, and a naval air base in Turbat.

A diplomatic row between the United States and Turkey is continuing to jeopardize a planned procurement by Pakistan.

When converted for Pakistani service, the aircraft will be called Sea Sultan.

Pakistan’s Navy is racing to plug operational and technological gaps as part of an unprecedented modernization effort, but analysts are divided on whether the move will deter adversaries.

The Pakistani government’s restrictions on the defense industry are stifling potential and must go, according to the president of the trade body Pakistan Aerospace Council.

With more than 90 percent of its trade seaborne, Pakistan’s geostrategic location and ambitions to become a trade conduit to China and Central Asia demand it play an increasingly significant role in ensuring regional maritime security.

The new Ra'ad II could have range of up to 600 kilometers.

A nine-day Sino-Pakistani naval exercise commenced in Pakistan’s port of Karachi this week with the arrival of a Chinese naval task group. Find out what ships were in attendance.

A document from Paksitan's Ministry of Defence Production reveals the country's progress on armored platforms and air power programs, despite economic woes.

The Pakistani government is promoting aims to increase public-private cooperation. But the private sector is skeptical.

Despite diversifying its supplier portfolio, Pakistan has important American-made equipment in service and needs military-specific aid.

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