Airbus mulls boosting tanker production on ‘very high’ demand
“With the signals we’re getting from the customers, we are studying a rate increase of the MRTT,” said Jean-Brice Dumont, head of air power at Airbus.
Europe
Unmanned Leonardo jet trainers could take GCAP drone role, CEO says
The program’s focus for the next five years lies primarily on the main aircraft, but partner nations are free to explore unmanned companions on their own.
Multidomain cloud ready for operational use, drone swarm nearly there, says British air chief
The Royal Air Force also intends to invest in a substantial boost to synthetic training capabilities.
Polish Defence Ministry confirms plan to buy M1 Abrams tanks
Deliveries of the new tanks are expected to begin in 2022.
Guard training could be canceled as political fights delay reimbursement for Capitol Hill mission
Guard officials say they need $521 million in the next few weeks to avoid financial shortfalls for the rest of this fiscal year.
Global leaders seek new technology partnerships to counter threat posed by China
The world leaders stressed that like-minded nations need to band together to set standards for emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
Japan’s new defense whitepaper issues warnings over Taiwan’s security, climate change
The language in the July 13 document differs from previous versions, which would carefully choose their use of words on the matter.
China tightens control over cybersecurity in data crackdown
The ruling party’s military wing is a global cyber warfare leader, and Beijing is increasingly sensitive about control over information about its people and economy.
Who is buying Israeli counter-drone systems in South Asia?
South Asia generally consists of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Germany establishes new military space command
The German military has announced the creation of a separate command dedicated to space, becoming the latest of a handful of nations prioritizing more resources and missions among the stars.
Will the FCAS and Tempest jet programs merge? Germany’s top Air Force officer hopes so.
Interoperability is at the forefront of European defense officials’ minds — and that of their allies — while debating future weapon systems.
