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DEFENCE & SECURITY
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.
China presents proposal made to limit military use of AI tech
Efforts to regulate military applications of AI to forestall and manage potential risks will help promote mutual trust among countries.
Australia and South Korea sign defense deal as leaders meet
Worth about 1 billion Australian dollars, it is the largest defense contract struck between Australia and an Asian nation.
Risking China’s ire, 7 countries helping Taiwan’s secretive submarine project
The Taiwanese project, which officially began in 2017, is formally known as the Indigenous Defense Submarine program.
Taiwan under fresh threat as advanced refueling plane enters air zone
If numerous Y-20s are deployed, the Chinese Air Force will become an expedition-type fleet that can conduct airstrikes on the eastern shores of Taiwan.