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15 May

N. Korea’s Kim Calls for ‘Epochal Change’ in War Preparations

North Korea's Kim called for an "epochal change" in war preparations by achieving arsenal production targets during his inspection of a tactical missile system.

15 May

Staff Writer With AFP

45 Chinese Aircraft Detected Around Taiwan

Taipei said it detected 45 Chinese military aircraft around Taiwan, the highest single-day number this year and coming less than a week before the self-ruled island inaugurates its new president.

15 May

Joe Saballa

Australian Army Tests MantisX Weapons Accuracy Tracking System

The Australian Defence Force is testing the effectiveness of its new MantisX weapons accuracy tracking system.

13 May

Juster Domingo

South Korea Mulls Indonesia’s KF-21 Budget Cut Proposal

South Korea has announced it is reviewing Indonesia's proposal to reduce its financial contribution to their joint KF-21 jet fighter program.

13 May

Joe Saballa

China Warned of America’s AI-Piloted Fighter Jet

Chinese military analysts have sounded the alarm over America’s rapid progress in developing an artificial intelligence-piloted fighter jet.

13 May

At RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory, personnel from No. 17 Squadron stand on parade during the Change of Command ceremony. *** Local Caption *** Wing Commander Shane Smith retired from the ADF after 41 years of service, handing over command of No. 17 Squadron and the role of Senior Australian Defence Force Officer at RAAF Base Tindal. The parade and ceremony on 10 March 2023 celebrated Wing Commander Smiths long career and welcomed the incoming Commanding Officer, Wing Commander Fiona Pearce. Squadron and base personnel, alongside Katherine community leaders, praised Wing Commander Smiths leadership during this defining period in RAAF Base Tindals history.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia to Provide ‘Critical’ Upgrades for Military Buildings in Katherine

Canberra is investing $27.6 million in major upgrades to military infrastructures in Katherine, Northern Territory.

10 May

Juster Domingo

Japan, Germany in Talks for First Joint Land Force Exercise

Germany is expected to team up with Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force in a joint exercise next year as a means to promote regional peace.

10 May

Rojoef Manuel

Safran to Support Chinese Helicopter Engines

French defense contractor Safran has signed contracts to support helicopter engines for Chinese aerospace company GDAT.

9 May

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Says 12 More Chinese Ships Detected in Beefed-Up Presence

Taiwanese officials said dozens of Chinese warplanes and ships had been detected around the island less than two weeks before self-ruled Taiwan's inauguration for a new president.

9 May