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Taiwan launches its first homemade submarine
The island nation's government reportedly had plenty of help from international partners, who offered expertise and technology.
Japan forecasts large boost to defense spending over next five years
Japan might spend $309.75 billion on defense between FY24 and FY28, compared with $122.48 billion during the previous five fiscal years.
Australia selects South Korea’s Hanwha in military vehicle competition
The Redback beat out competition from Germany company Rheinmetall’s KF41 Lynx vehicle.
Japan, South Korea fire missiles in Australia for first time
Japan fired a Type 03 medium-range surface-to-air missile, while South Korea launched rockets from a K239 Chunmoo artillery system.
Singapore’s Navy receives first of four new German-built submarines
The vessel had arrived in Singapore on July 8 after a voyage from the German port of Kiel that started in late May.
Korean Air delivers first fuselage for Boeing AH-6 helicopters
The South Korean company signed a deal in December 2021 to manufacture eight fuselages for AH-6 helicopters that will undergo final assembly by Boeing.
Indonesia buys Qatari Mirage jets to plug fighter gap
The contract was signed with Czech company Excalibur International, which will act as the go-between.
Singapore’s defense minister warns of unchecked military spending
He also called for Japan to improve relations with China for the sake of regional stability, noting tension remains as a result of World War II.
Britain, Germany give update on future Indo-Pacific naval deployments
Britain’s Ben Wallace and Germany’s Boris Pistorius were speaking at their respective plenaries during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
South Korea, Japan bank on improved ties to counter North Korea
The administration of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has sought stronger bilateral ties following years of a frosty relationship with Japan.
