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Brazil Commissions New Riachuelo-Class Submarine

The Brazilian Navy has commissioned the Humaitá (S-41), a diesel-electric attack submarine, during a turnover ceremony in Rio de Janeiro.

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Birdon to Deliver Two Bridge Erection Boats for Brazilian Army

Australian firm Birdon has received a contract to deliver two bridge erection boats for the Brazilian Army.

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Raytheon Barracuda Naval Mine Killer Achieves Development Milestone 

Raytheon has completed the technical data package of the Barracuda countermine device, achieving a major development goal.

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Indonesia Urges Philippines to Buy Anti-Submarine Aircraft

Indonesian President Joko Widodo has asked Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to buy anti-submarine aircraft from Jakarta.

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Indian Navy Receives First Indigenous MALE Drone

The Indian Navy has received its first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance drone at an unveiling ceremony in Hyderabad.

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Vietnam Air Force Su-22 Fighter Jet Crashes During Exercise

A Vietnam Air Force Su-22 fighter jet crashed during a routine training flight in the Quảng Nam province.

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US OKs Egypt’s Request for Additional Light Tactical Vehicle Chassis

The US State Department has approved the potential sale of light tactical vehicle chassis to Egypt for an estimated cost of $200 million.

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Japan Launches Spy Satellite to Monitor North Korea

Japan has successfully launched its own intelligence-gathering satellite to monitor the military activities of North Korea.

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US Air Force Demos 24/7 Medical Transport in Japan

The US Air Force has demonstrated a 24/7 medical airlift operation in Japan to expand patient transfer availability across the region.

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Australia Commences Operator Training for Future Littoral Maneuver Fleet

The Australian Department of Defence has begun training future operators of the country’s upcoming littoral maneuver fleet.

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