UK should establish military presence in South China Sea says report
The UK should pursue a "Pacific dimension" for the Royal Navy with a permanent facility in the Indo-Pacific region in order to "deter foreign powers from undertaking aggression" in the South China Sea, according to a new report.
Ivory Coast orders C295 transport aircraft from Airbus
The Ministry of Defence of the Ivory Coast has signed a firm order for one C295 medium transport aircraft.
Germany to lead NATO high readiness force
German forces have now taken the lead for the NATO Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF), providing thousands of soldiers on standby and ready to deploy within days.
Is increased UK-Japan defence cooperation leading to a new strategic alliance?
At a time of reduced certainty surrounding the security of both the UK and in particular Japan, it is towards new bilateral relations which these two island states look in order to maximise their respective geocapabilities.
Israel test Arrow 3 ballistic missile defence system
The Israel Missile Defense Organisation say it has successfully completed a test of the 'Arrow 3' Weapon System.
Northrop Grumman showcases active protection system for the US Army
Northrop Grumman has demonstrated Vehicle Active Protection System technologies against Anti-Tank Guided Munitions during a US Army exercise.
Thales to develop new sensor connectivity capability for Rafale F4
The improvements will be aimed at enabling greater interconnectivity between the Rafale and other assets deployed on a mission.
Poland to safeguard Baltic airspace say NATO
The Polish Air Force took over the responsibility for leading NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission out of Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania, from the Belgian Air Force on the 3rd of January 2019.
Lockheed awarded second Long Range Anti-Ship Missile contract
Lockheed Martin has received a $172 million contract from the US Navy and Air Force for a second Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) production run.
US Missile Defence Review endorses space technology
The US Missile Defence Review pushes for space-based sensors to find and destroy incoming missiles.
