India Barak-8 Air Defence System

India Deploys Barak-8 Air Defence System at Bhatinda Air Force Station: A Strategic Shift Near Pakistan Border

In a significant development reflecting India’s evolving air defence posture, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed the Barak-8 Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM) system at its strategically critical Bhatinda Air Force Station in Punjab. This deployment, near India’s border with...
South Korea Unveils Next-Generation Tactical Bridge System

South Korea Unveils Next-Generation Tactical Bridge System: A Strategic Leap in Battlefield Mobility

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) officially unveiled a prototype of its next-generation tactical bridge system — a development poised to transform how the Republic of Korea (ROK) military manages mobility and logistics on the battlefield. Presented in Eumseong,...
JF-17 Thunder Fighters

Uzbekistan Poised to Acquire Pakistani JF-17 Thunder Fighters: A Strategic Shift in Central Asia’s Airpower Landscape

Uzbekistan is on the verge of a major leap in its military aviation capabilities, with authoritative defence sources indicating that Tashkent is close to finalising a deal to acquire the China-Pakistan JF-17 Thunder multirole combat aircraft. The prospective purchase signals...
BRP Miguel Malvar

Philippine Navy Commissions BRP Miguel Malvar: A Defining Step in Maritime Modernisation Amid South China Sea Tensions

In a significant milestone for its maritime defence ambitions, the Philippine Navy has formally commissioned the BRP Miguel Malvar (PN-92), the country’s most advanced surface combatant to date. This high-profile induction marks a pivotal shift in Manila’s ability to project...
Jeju Air Flight 2216

Chaos in the Cockpit: How Jeju Air Flight 2216’s Final Minutes Turned Deadly

The changing decisions, engine failure, and a fatal concrete wall — Inside South Korea’s worst air disaster in decades. When Jeju Air Flight 2216 took off from Bangkok in the early hours of December 29, 2024, there was nothing to...
renewable energy

Australia and Southeast Asia: A Climate Partnership Waiting to Take Off

The Energy Transition Challenge in Southeast Asia Southeast Asia stands at the crossroads of climate urgency and energy dependence. While governments across the region understand the need to pivot toward clean energy, the pathway remains complicated by politics, financial constraints,...
China's Trade Slowdown in November Sparks Concerns Amid Imminent U.S. Trade Risks

US-China Trade War Escalates: Beyond Tariffs, A Battle for Economic Supremacy

​The U.S.-China trade war has intensified, with both nations imposing escalating tariffs that are disrupting global markets and supply chains. President Donald Trump has threatened an additional 50% tariff on Chinese imports unless China retracts its recent 34% tariff increase...
Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s Future Lies Beyond US-China Rivalry: Domestic Reforms Are the Key to Sustainable Growth

Kazakhstan sits at the crossroads of a shifting global order. Its geography — landlocked between Russia and China — places it in the heart of Eurasia. Its economy — resource-rich and export-driven — ties it to global markets and supply...
Nurol Makina-made "Ejder Yalchin" (Panthera) used by Malaysian troops serving with the United Nationa peacekeeping forces in Lebanon.

Malaysia’s New Tactical Muscle in Lebanon: Why 60 New HMLTVs Mark a Turning Point for Its Peacekeeping Forces

In a decisive move to bolster the safety and effectiveness of its peacekeeping troops in Lebanon, Malaysia will begin receiving 60 High Mobility Light Tactical Vehicles (HMLTVs) from mid-2026. These new vehicles are set to equip Malaysian forces deployed under...
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...
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