GCAP 6th-gen fighter project names sensor group, exec doubts changes to ‘core team’
Despite the current drama in the rival FCAS program, Leonardo UK's Andrew Howard said he expects FCAS to deliver a "very good capability."
Japan’s $60B defense budget request seeks funding for coastal defense network, more F-35s
The Japanese budget request for the coming fiscal year also includes several systems from the US, including KC-46 tankers.
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Next-generation KC-390 Millennium expands multimission options for air forces
The jet-powered transport’s speed, survivability and multi-mission agility position it as a viable option to the C-130 for the US and NATO allies.
Fire extinguished on US Navy amphib New Orleans, operating near Japan
The cause of the fire is under investigation, as the Navy said two sailors were treated for minor injuries.
Super carriers, smaller carriers rise across the Indo-Pacific
Amid debate over aircraft carriers' vulnerability, analysts told Breaking Defense global interest is strong.
Japanese defense minister welcomes Australian frigate decision, but analysts warn risks remain
“Japan and Australia are special strategic partners, and this was a major step toward further enhancing security cooperation with Australia,” said Gen Nakatani, Japanese defense minister.
Australia selects Japan’s Mogami frigate in $6.5B deal
The deal, for 11 frigates, represents the first major arms sale for Japan since World War II.
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An autonomy blueprint is essential to keep legacy platforms relevant in modern warfare
It’s about improving existing platforms with autonomy, and applying AI, edge computing, quantum encryption, and sensor fusion.
Criticism, questions mount about AUKUS & US relations in Australia
"As the geopolitical landscape rapidly shifts, half the population (51%) say Australia should increase defence spending, while a minority (37%) say spending should remain at about the same level as now. Majority support for acquiring nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS has held firm (67%)," a Lowy Institute poll on national security issue found last month.
UK reveals future fighter demonstrator design, advances GCAP tech de-risking
An artist rendering of the demonstrator, set to fly for the first time in 2027, showcases a design complete with a single cockpit, twin engine, canted twin tail and delta wing blueprint.
Japan’s Mogami offer, including IP rights, could be model for Tokyo’s future exports
Sharing MHI's IP with Australia and other measures "goes to show how serious Japan are and how this is a whole of defense (industry & government) effort from Japan," Peter Dean at the US Studies Center said. "They are seeing this as a long-term strategic partnership not just a short-term commercial sale, and that is the best way for them to position themselves to be as competitive as they can be."
Lockheed delivers first SPY-7 radar antennas to Japan
Japan plans to commission its two Aegis System Equipped Vessels in 2027 and 2028.
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Threat warning and survivability in the modern battlespace
Protecting warfighters requires fast, accurate, and dependable systems that work flawlessly to military standards.
Japan’s government pushes hard to woo Aussies with advanced frigate
“We the Japanese government will guarantee that the whole project, and all the contracts will go smoothly so that there will not be any delay to the project,” Osamu Nishiwaki, a top official at Japan's Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA), told reporters.
Sending two carrier groups through First Island Chain shows China’s ‘growing capability’: Analysts
How should the US and its regional allies respond? "Muscle up. Partner up. And brace for impact," one analyst said.
Allies are more than customers of America’s defense industrial base. They can help rebuild it.
Allies like Australia, India, Japan and South Korea are willing not only to buy American defense capabilities, but help build them as well, writes Tom Corben in this op-ed.
The sights of DSEI Japan
A selection of images from on the ground at DSEI Japan.