Despite China’s Objections, Malaysia Firmly Pursues Oil and Gas Exploration in…
Malaysia will continue its oil exploration activities within its territorial waters despite China's demands to immediately halt oil and gas drilling in the waters off Sarawak, according to…
Saab Confident Philippines Will Follow Thailand Footsteps in Choosing JAS39 Gripen
Following its recent success in Thailand, Sweden's Saab Group, the developer of the JAS39 Gripen fighter jet, is now turning its attention to the Philippines in its bid to win over the…
Malaysia’s Su-30MKM Spare Parts Supply Sufficient for Three Years
Malaysia's stock of spare parts for its Su-30MKM fighter jets is sufficient to meet operational requirements for the Russian-made aircraft for the next three years.
Ex-Turkish Minister Proposes Selling S-400 and Rejoining F-35 Program
A former Turkiye cabinet minister sparked a debate in the country recently, when he publicly suggested that the country sell its Russian-made long-range air defense system, the S-400…
China Deploys Long-Range Jammer Aircraft, Y-9LG (High 13) EW/ELINT to Thailand
During the recent "Falcon Strike" joint air exercise between the Thai and Chinese militaries at the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) base in Udon Thani, which took place from August 19 to 29,…
Pakistan’s ‘Taimur’ Cruise Missile Challenges Storm Shadow/SCALP
Unveiled in 2022, the "Taimur" (Taimoor) air-launched cruise missile (ALCM) is a stealthy, subsonic missile designed to strike surface targets.
Turkey-Qatar Establish Joint Fighter Squadron, Strengthening Existing Military Ties
Turkey and Qatar have reportedly established their first joint squadron involving fighter jets from air forces of both nations, according to a statement from Qatar’s Ministry of Defense.
Three Chinese Coast Guard Vessels Detected in Malaysia’s EEZ Waters
Three Chinese coast guard vessels were detected within Malaysia's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) waters this morning, according to international maritime observer Ray Powell.
RMN Reportedly Issues RFP for Six ASW Helicopters to Replace Super Lynx Fleet
Industry sources have informed Defence Security Asia that the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) has issued a Request For Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of six Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)…
Pakistan’s Production of Latest JF-17 Block 3 Fighter Jets Nears 30 Units
In July, images and videos surfaced showing a Pakistani Air Force JF-17 “Thunder” Block 3 fighter jet with the serial number "323," indicating that it is the 23rd JF-17 Block 3 aircraft.