Japan, Australia to sign security cooperation treaty
The treaty will set out a framework for the two countries’ defence forces to cooperate with each other for the first time.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
Chinese military said to be able to control airspace over Taiwan
The sources analyzed China’s military aircraft incursions into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ), which surged in 2021.
North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile toward Sea of Japan
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the launch took place around 8:10 am and its military was closely monitoring the situation.
S. Korean military launches branch dedicated to enhancing space power
The South Korean military has been intensively pushing forward space development projects since last year.
In a US-China war, will the first blow be struck in space?
There's more underlying recent Chinese criticism of Elon Musk's Starlink satellite project, says the writer.
Indonesia’s Prabowo intensifies talks over weapons modernization plan
Since his appointment, Prabowo has considered strengthening Indonesia’s external defense capabilities one of his objectives.
Philippines military closer to acquiring cruise missiles from India
The BrahMos system features medium-range missiles that can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft or land-based platforms.
Japan considering arming submarines with missiles
The move would aim to boost Japan’s deterrence by providing a powerful counterattack capability to discourage a possible attacks.
Japan and Australia to sign armed forces agreement next month
If the agreement between Japan and Australia is concluded, it will be easier for the joint drills by Japan, US and Australia to be held in Japan.
Japan, US to collaborate on countermeasures against ransomware
The US government has raised concerns about Japan’s low defense capability against cyber-attacks such as ransomware attacks.