Asia Pacific
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Aug- 2023 -8 August
China Demands Philippines Remove Ship From Disputed Waters
China renewed calls for the Philippines to remove an aging ship from a reef which Manila uses to press its stake in the Spratly Islands.
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7 August
Japan Mulling Cargo Aircraft-Launched Missile Capability
The Japanese Ministry of Defense is considering mounting long-range missiles on military transport aircraft as part of a counter-strike capability.
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7 August
Australia Welcomes First Black Hawks to Replace Troubled Taipan Fleet
The Australian Army has received its first UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from the US to replace its troubled MRH-90 Taipan fleet.
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7 August
US Dispatches Warships After Chinese, Russian Vessels Patrol Near Alaska
The US Navy deployed four destroyers after detecting Chinese and Russian vessels conducting joint patrols off the coast of Alaska.
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7 August
Australia Fires First ATACMS Missile in Northern Territory
Australia has fired its first army tactical missile system in the Northern Territory to demonstrate capability for its northern borders.
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7 August
US to Supply More Advanced Military Equipment to Bangladesh
The US government will provide the Bangladesh Armed Forces with more weapons and equipment to help defend its sovereignty.
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7 August
Philippines Accuses China Coast Guard of Firing Water Cannon at Its Boats
The Philippines condemned China's Coast Guard for firing water cannon at its vessels in the disputed South China Sea, describing it as "illegal" and "dangerous."
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6 August
North Korean Leader Kim Inspects Weapons Factories: KCNA
Kim Jong Un visited several major arms factories this week, including facilities producing engines for strategic cruise missiles.
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4 August
Australia, US, South Korea Demonstrate Joint Remote Aircrew Control
Australia, the US, and South Korea have demonstrated virtual aircrew control against live targets at the Townsville Field Training Area.
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4 August
Taiwan Mulls Mirage Fighter Service Extension Amid F-16 Delivery Delays
The Taiwanese military is considering extending the service life of its Mirage 2000-5 fighter aircraft as it awaits the delivery of American F-16 jets.
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