Singapore’s defense minister warns of unchecked military spendingHe 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.4 days ago
Britain, Germany give update on future Indo-Pacific naval deploymentsBritain’s Ben Wallace and Germany’s Oscar Pistorius were speaking at their respective plenaries during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.5 days ago
South Korea, Japan bank on improved ties to counter North KoreaThe administration of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has sought stronger bilateral ties following years of a frosty relationship with Japan.
China’s defense minister defends country’s response to ‘provocation’Li questioned why foreign jets and naval vessels were operating so close to China and said foreign militaries should “mind your own business.”
Canada boosts Indo-Pacific naval deployments, military engagementsThis will boost the size of the Royal Canadian Navy’s annual deployment to the Indo-Pacific from two to three ships.
Austin seeks meeting with China, says ‘right time to talk is now’“The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People’s Republic of China are essential," Austin said.
Australian prime minister backs US-China dialogue, talks AUKUS effortsAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also reiterated that the nation’s plan to acquire nuclear-powered submarines would contribute to stability.
See the tech at Malaysia’s aerospace, maritime defense expoLIMA 2023 saw the debut of the Chengdu J-10CY single-seat aerobatics aircraft of China's August 1st demonstration team.
Malaysia adds funds to troubled littoral combat ship programMalaysia has reduced the number of ships it will receive under a revised contract, from six to five.
Malaysia inks light combat jet, maritime patrol aircraft dealsThe largest of the contracts was a deal for 18 Korean Aerospace Industries FA-50 light combat jets.