Asia Pacific

New Zealand Starts Market Research for Boeing 757 Military Airlifter Replacement

New Zealand has begun coordinating with the defense industry in its plans to replace the air force’s Boeing 757 transport aircraft.

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Iraq to Import $2.8B in South Korean Missile Systems

Iraq has signed a $2.8 billion deal with South Korean defense firm LIG Nex1 to procure mid-range surface-to-air missile defense systems.

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South Korea to Buy Hundreds of Polish ‘Warmate’ Kamikaze Drones

South Korea is poised to procure hundreds of loitering munitions from Poland in a deal that could reportedly reach $52 million.

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Japan to Build Second Aegis-Equipped Vessel

Japan has formally contracted a local shipbuilding company to develop the country’s second Aegis System Equipped Vessel.

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Japan Protests Airspace ‘Violation’ by Russian Patrol Plane

Japan lodged a "very serious protest" with Moscow after a Russian patrol plane entered its airspace three times, the defense minister said, calling it the first confirmed incursion since 2019.

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Australia Reopens Upgraded Port Vila Barracks for Vanuatu

The Australian Department of Defence has launched a redeveloped barracks in Port Vila to boost Vanuatu’s defense capabilities.

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Thai Marines Receive Seven Amphibious Vehicles From Chaiseri

The Royal Thai Marine Corps has received seven new 8x8 Armored Wheeled Amphibious Vehicles (AWAVs) from Thai defense manufacturer Chaiseri.

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Japan Announces More Funding for Next-Gen EW Aircraft Based on Kawasaki P-1

Japan is investing $288.2 million to develop an electronic warfare aircraft based on the Kawasaki P-1 for the Maritime Self-Defense Force.

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US Navy Unveils ‘Project 33’ to Prepare for Conflict With China in 2027

The US Navy has unveiled “Project 33,” which focuses on seven key areas to prepare for potential conflict with China by 2027.

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Armenia Seeks India’s Support to Modernize Air Force: Report

Armenia has reportedly been in talks with India to procure missiles and upgrade its Su-30 combat aircraft fleet.

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