Asia Pacific
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Oct- 2023 -25 October
Thailand Shelves Chinese Submarine Acquisition to Buy New Frigate Instead
Thailand has decided to shelve its planned submarine acquisition from China after the developer failed to deliver one of the production requirements.
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24 October
US, South Korea Complete ‘Silent Shark’ Anti-Submarine Exercise
The US and South Korea have completed the “Silent Shark” anti-submarine warfare exercise near Guam amid increasing tensions with North Korea.
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24 October
Australia Taps Mitsubishi for Military Laser Development
Australia has signed an agreement with Mitsubishi to develop laser technology to enhance surveillance and survivability of defense platforms.
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24 October
Philippines Bans Use of AI Apps in Military Due to Security Risks
The Philippines has prohibited its military and defense personnel from using artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled applications due to security risks.
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24 October
Taiwan Eyeing US-Made Long-Range Precision Strike Missiles for F-16s
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has signified its intent to procure more long-range precision strike missiles from the US to bolster its invasion deterrence.
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23 October
Australia Deploys Early Warning Aircraft to Support Ukraine
A Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail has arrived at Ramstein Air Base in Germany for a six-month deployment to support Ukraine.
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23 October
Philippine Military to Organize New Cyber Command
The Philippines will launch a new military command to enhance digital defense in response to growing cyber threats.
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23 October
US Identifies Six Scenarios That Could Prompt China to Invade Taiwan
The US Department of Defense has outlined six scenarios that could prompt China to take large-scale military action against Taiwan.
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23 October
Australia Declares Arafura-Class Patrol Vessel ‘Project of Concern’
Australia has labeled its Arafura-class offshore patrol vessels a “defense project of concern” following delivery and sustainment support delays.
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22 October
Philippines, China Trade Blame Over Collisions in Disputed Sea
Beijing and Manila traded blame for collisions between Chinese and Philippine boats on a resupply mission to Filipino troops in the South China Sea.
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