Sukhoi Su-35 (Flanker-E)

Russia Production of First 16 Su-35 Fighters for Iran, Leaked Documents Confirm, Triggering Global Strategic Alarm

Russia and Iran’s rapidly expanding defence partnership has taken a dramatic new turn, with newly leaked Russian military-industrial correspondence confirming that Moscow has already begun production of the first batch of 16 Su-35 multirole fighters destined for Tehran. The documents,...
Malaysia Acquisition Next-Generation 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer

Malaysia Finalises Next-Generation 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer Acquisition, Marking Major Leap in Army Modernisation

Putrajaya’s confirmation that Malaysia has finalised the long-range artillery system it intends to acquire next year marks one of the most consequential steps in the Army’s modern fire support transformation in decades. The decision signals the beginning of a comprehensive...
Indonesia's Whoosh train

China’s Financing Model for Whoosh Rail Triggers Debt Sustainability Debate in Indonesia: Ambition Meets Financial Reality

Indonesia’s Jakarta–Bandung high-speed rail, known as Whoosh, was inaugurated with the ambition of projecting the country into a new era of modern infrastructure. As Southeast Asia’s first high-speed rail system, it symbolized Indonesia’s rise as a regional economic heavyweight capable...
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae

North Korea’s Leadership Future on Display: Kim Jong Un Introduces Daughter to World Stage in Beijing

Beijing’s grand military parade last week, staged to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, was more than just an exercise in historical remembrance. It was a carefully orchestrated demonstration of shifting power in the international...
Russia-Ukraine war

Ukraine accused China Supplying Military Materials to Russia: Intelligence Chief Reveals Extent of Cooperation

Ukraine's top intelligence official has accused China of providing direct material support to Russia’s military-industrial complex, a charge that, if fully verified, could dramatically alter international perceptions of Beijing’s role in the ongoing war in Ukraine. In an explosive interview...
Chengdu J-36 Fighter -China

J-36: China’s J-36 Fighter and the High-Stakes Challenge of Carrier Landings

Landing a fighter jet on an aircraft carrier is often described as threading a needle in a hurricane. It demands surgical precision, iron nerves, and systems that leave no room for error. For China’s next-generation fighter, the Chengdu J-36, this...
F-16 fighter jets

Philippines Pursues Landmark F-16 fighter jets Deal with U.S. Amid Rising Indo-Pacific Tensions

Manila's Bold Bid to Modernize Its Air Force Signals New Era of Strategic Alignment The Philippines is entering a critical phase in its decades-long struggle to modernize its military, as the government of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. intensifies negotiations with...
Maldives Tourism

Maldives Tourism: Indian Visitors Decline, Chinese Rise

Indian tourists' arrival in the Maldives has dropped by 33% due to diplomatic tensions, according to a report from Maldivian website Adhadhu. The Maldives Tourism Ministry data shows a drop from 41,054 last year to 27,224 this year. India, once...
Gold, Bitcoin

Gold and Bitcoin Surge: A Sign of Increasing Black Swan Risk

Gold broke price records on Friday at US$2,183 an ounce, following a Bitcoin rally. Gold has a longstanding relationship with Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS), both hedges against unexpected inflation or debasement of the dollar. From 2007 to 2022, gold...
India-China

China perceive India’s troop buildup amid border tensions

China fears India's increased troop presence at disputed border, citing potential escalated tensions. India has redeployed 10,000 soldiers to reinforce its western border. The Indian Army is converting the Uttar Bharat Area into a fully operational corps, focusing on securing...
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