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The Strategic Case for New Zealand to Join AUKUS
April 04, 2023

The Strategic Case for New Zealand to Join AUKUS

By Reuben Steff
Pillar II of AUKUS relates to the sharing of advanced technologies and there are good reasons for Wellington to seek access to that part of the pact.

Japanese Defense Firms Unveil High-energy Laser Anti-drone Weapons
March 30, 2023

Japanese Defense Firms Unveil High-energy Laser Anti-drone Weapons

By Takahashi Kosuke
MHI and KHI publicly showed off new laser systems designed to shoot down hostile UAVs.
South Korea’s ‘Three Axis’ Defense System Is in Trouble
March 28, 2023

South Korea’s ‘Three Axis’ Defense System Is in Trouble

By Jihoon Yu and Erik French
As deterrence by denial becomes less feasible, South Korea must double down on “Korean Massive Punishment and Retaliation.”

US, Philippines Break Ground on $25 Million Runway Rehabilitation Project
March 21, 2023

US, Philippines Break Ground on $25 Million Runway Rehabilitation Project

By Sebastian Strangio
The upgrade at Manila's Basa Air Base is part of $82 million in U.S.-funded infrastructure upgrades at military bases included under a 2014 defense pact.

Japan Commissions Second Taigei-Class Diesel-Electric Attack Submarine
March 20, 2023

Japan Commissions Second Taigei-Class Diesel-Electric Attack Submarine

By Takahashi Kosuke
The JS Hakugei, like others of its class, is equipped with lithium-ion batteries.

Will Korea Aerospace Industries Be Privatized?
March 17, 2023

Will Korea Aerospace Industries Be Privatized?

By Chris H. Park
The debate surrounding the possible privatization of KAI represents fundamental questions about the future of “K-Defense.”

Indonesia Close to Closing Deal for BrahMos Weapons System: Report
March 17, 2023

Indonesia Close to Closing Deal for BrahMos Weapons System: Report

By Sebastian Strangio
A deal would make Indonesia the second Southeast Asian nation after the Philippines to acquire the potent supersonic missile.
Military Chief Says US Will Defend Indo-Pacific Freedoms
March 17, 2023

Military Chief Says US Will Defend Indo-Pacific Freedoms

By Associated Press
U.S. doesn’t seek conflict or to contain China INDOPACOM chief Aquilino said, but would take action to support the region against bullying.

Leaping Into the Unknown: AUKUS and Australia’s Nuclear Submarines 
March 15, 2023

Leaping Into the Unknown: AUKUS and Australia’s Nuclear Submarines 

By Richard Maude
The plan announced on Monday is ambitious, massively expensive, and laden with risk far exceeding anything Australia has attempted before. 

The EU’s Maritime Ambitions in the Indo-Pacific
March 14, 2023

The EU’s Maritime Ambitions in the Indo-Pacific

By Eva Pejsova
What does the EU's new Maritime Security Strategy have to say about the Indo-Pacific?

UK Boosts Defense Spending in Response to Russia and China
March 14, 2023

UK Boosts Defense Spending in Response to Russia and China

By Jill Lawless
U.K. intelligence agencies have expressed growing concern about China's military might, covert activities, and economic muscle. 
Stop Talking About a ‘Chinese Way of War’
March 14, 2023

Stop Talking About a ‘Chinese Way of War’

By Rick Chersicla
Sun Tzu and Mao Zedong’s teachings do not embody the theoretical underpinnings of a unique Chinese way of war, but rather demonstrate widely held general principles.

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