Asia Pacific
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Jul- 2023 -29 July
US Announces $345M Military Aid Package for Taiwan
The United States unveiled a $345 million military aid package for Taiwan to bolster the island's ability to deter a Chinese invasion.
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28 July
US Air Force, Allies Bolster Logistics Support Partnership
The US Air Force and counterparts from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada collaborate to enhance combined logistics support.
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28 July
Japan Says North Korea Threat More Serious Than ‘Ever’
Japan said North Korea posed a more serious threat to its national security than ever before, as Pyongyang rattles its neighbors with repeated missile tests.
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27 July
Philippines-Taiwan Military Cooperation ‘Zero Possibility’: Defense Official
The Philippines has blatantly rejected potential military cooperation with Taiwan amid escalating tensions with China.
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27 July
Australia Picks Hanwha Over Rheinmetall for $4.7B Infantry Vehicle Deal
The Australian government has selected South Korean firm Hanwha Defense to produce its new infantry fighting vehicles for up to $4.7 billion.
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27 July
Kim Shows off New North Korean Drones, ICBMs to Russia Defense Minister
Walking past huge intercontinental ballistic missiles and previously unseen military drones, Kim Jong Un gave Russia's defense minister a tour of North Korea's newest weaponry.
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27 July
US to Deploy Coastguard Ship to Papua New Guinea
US Defense Secretary Austin announced the deployment of a US Coastguard ship to Papua New Guinea, as Washington seeks to boost its military footprint in the region.
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26 July
Taiwan Defends Largest Airport Against Simulated Chinese Attack
Taiwan staged its first-ever military drill at Taoyuan International Airport, briefly halting commercial traffic as soldiers practiced defending the facility against a simulated attack by Beijing.
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26 July
Singapore Receives First Invincible-Class Submarines
The Republic of Singapore Navy has taken delivery of its first Invincible-class (Type 218SG) submarine at Changi Naval Base.
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26 July
N. Zealand ‘Open to Conversations’ About Role in AUKUS Defense Pact
New Zealand is "open to conversations" about a possible role in the AUKUS defense pact, its prime minister said, opening the door to cooperation that could rile trade partner China.
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