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Japan decries Chinese export restrictions that could cripple defenses
China did not stipulate covered items, but experts believe the restrictions could affect rare earth minerals, a potential Achilles’ heel for Japan.
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Philippine Navy scrambles to shield vital undersea cables from spies
Numerous submarine cables crisscross the Philippines’ underwater domain, connecting Southeast Asia to the United States, India and Hong Kong.
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Philippines tests new battle plan for fending off invaders alone
In the event of a war, officials believe local forces must hold out for at least a month before reinforcements from allies arrive.
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China bristles at US Army’s Typhon missile launcher in Japan
Beijing made the claim weeks after showcasing its nuclear arsenal and hypersonic capabilities in a Victory Parade early this month.
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China-Russia nexus jumps top of mind for Japan’s defense planners
Japan had initially planned the F-35Bs to support amphibious operations, but the initial six jets missed the target March delivery period.
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Filipino military pushes naval base upgrades, fearing Chinese spying
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro wants to speed up work at Balabac Island, a joint Air Force and Navy base in the southern end of Palawan province.
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South Korea’s new leaders seek continuity on key defense issues
Washington is reportedly reassessing defense cost-sharing agreements with South Korea, and Trump may want significant increases to Seoul’s contributions.
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Philippines orders 12 more FA-50 combat jets from South Korea
Manila has actively purchased frigates, corvettes, aircraft and weapons from South Korean defense firms to modernize its armed forces.
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Asian navies eye undersea drones to find hidden infrastructure threats
Their presence might pose challenges for Southeast Asia, however, where there is no formal mechanism for Navy-level exchanges in the underwater domain.
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US Typhon missile system in Philippines is a subtle headache for China
Officials in Manila have said they want to acquire similar systems in the future as part of military modernization.
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Japan decries Chinese export restrictions that could cripple defenses
China did not stipulate covered items, but experts believe the restrictions could affect rare earth minerals, a potential Achilles’ heel for Japan.
-
Philippine Navy scrambles to shield vital undersea cables from spies
Numerous submarine cables crisscross the Philippines’ underwater domain, connecting Southeast Asia to the United States, India and Hong Kong.
-
Philippines tests new battle plan for fending off invaders alone
In the event of a war, officials believe local forces must hold out for at least a month before reinforcements from allies arrive.
-
China bristles at US Army’s Typhon missile launcher in Japan
Beijing made the claim weeks after showcasing its nuclear arsenal and hypersonic capabilities in a Victory Parade early this month.
-
China-Russia nexus jumps top of mind for Japan’s defense planners
Japan had initially planned the F-35Bs to support amphibious operations, but the initial six jets missed the target March delivery period.
-
Filipino military pushes naval base upgrades, fearing Chinese spying
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro wants to speed up work at Balabac Island, a joint Air Force and Navy base in the southern end of Palawan province.
-
South Korea’s new leaders seek continuity on key defense issues
Washington is reportedly reassessing defense cost-sharing agreements with South Korea, and Trump may want significant increases to Seoul’s contributions.
-
Philippines orders 12 more FA-50 combat jets from South Korea
Manila has actively purchased frigates, corvettes, aircraft and weapons from South Korean defense firms to modernize its armed forces.
-
Asian navies eye undersea drones to find hidden infrastructure threats
Their presence might pose challenges for Southeast Asia, however, where there is no formal mechanism for Navy-level exchanges in the underwater domain.
-
US Typhon missile system in Philippines is a subtle headache for China
Officials in Manila have said they want to acquire similar systems in the future as part of military modernization.
-
Japan decries Chinese export restrictions that could cripple defenses
China did not stipulate covered items, but experts believe the restrictions could affect rare earth minerals, a potential Achilles’ heel for Japan.
-
Philippine Navy scrambles to shield vital undersea cables from spies
Numerous submarine cables crisscross the Philippines’ underwater domain, connecting Southeast Asia to the United States, India and Hong Kong.
-
Philippines tests new battle plan for fending off invaders alone
In the event of a war, officials believe local forces must hold out for at least a month before reinforcements from allies arrive.
-
China bristles at US Army’s Typhon missile launcher in Japan
Beijing made the claim weeks after showcasing its nuclear arsenal and hypersonic capabilities in a Victory Parade early this month.
-
China-Russia nexus jumps top of mind for Japan’s defense planners
Japan had initially planned the F-35Bs to support amphibious operations, but the initial six jets missed the target March delivery period.
-
Filipino military pushes naval base upgrades, fearing Chinese spying
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro wants to speed up work at Balabac Island, a joint Air Force and Navy base in the southern end of Palawan province.
-
South Korea’s new leaders seek continuity on key defense issues
Washington is reportedly reassessing defense cost-sharing agreements with South Korea, and Trump may want significant increases to Seoul’s contributions.
-
Philippines orders 12 more FA-50 combat jets from South Korea
Manila has actively purchased frigates, corvettes, aircraft and weapons from South Korean defense firms to modernize its armed forces.
-
Asian navies eye undersea drones to find hidden infrastructure threats
Their presence might pose challenges for Southeast Asia, however, where there is no formal mechanism for Navy-level exchanges in the underwater domain.
-
US Typhon missile system in Philippines is a subtle headache for China
Officials in Manila have said they want to acquire similar systems in the future as part of military modernization.













