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March 19, 2024
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Pakistan Reveals ‘JF-17 PFX’ Program
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Mar 2, 2024
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) revealed a new program related to its JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighter, the JF-17 PFX (Pakistan Fighter Experimental)....
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Damen Shipyards Launches Fourth Pakistan Navy OPV
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Feb 25, 2024
On 21 February, Damen Shipyards launched the fourth Yarmouk-class offshore patron vessel (OPV) for the Pakistan Navy (PN) from its facilities in Galati, Romania. Though the fourth Damen OPV ordered by the PN, this ship –...
Pakistan Lays Keel for Sixth Hangor-Class Submarine
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Feb 15, 2024
Pakistan's KSEW laid the keel of its second of four Hangor submarines in production for the Pakistan Navy (PN). Eight submarines are on order....
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Could Decoy Drones be on Pakistan’s Roadmap?
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Feb 9, 2024
Pakistan’s first indigenously designed medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the Shahpar-II, is off to a promising start. It is being inducted by the Pakistan Army (PA) and the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), while Global...
Analysis: The Pakistan Army’s Air Defence Systems
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Feb 3, 2024
In January, the Pakistan Army (PA) conducted an exercise to test its various air defence systems. ...
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Pakistan Quietly Inducts a New Erieye AEW&C System
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Jan 26, 2024
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) revealed that it received a new Saab 2000-based Erieye AEW&C system. It was given the serial “23-053.”...
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Pakistan Sends Type 21 Frigate Back to the UK
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Jan 24, 2024
On 25 September 2023, the Pakistan Navy (PN) signed an agreement to transfer a Type 21 frigate, the PNS Tariq, to the United Kingdom (U.K.) where it could become a floating museum. Specifically, the PN gifted...
Analysis: Pakistan-Iran Tensions
Quwa Team
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Jan 19, 2024
Last week, Iran and Pakistan exchanged guided munition fire across each other’s borders. This analysis unpacks the long-term outcomes....
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Iran and Pakistan Exchange Cross-Border Strikes
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2024
On Tuesday, 16 January, Iran carried out a strike using missiles and drones in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, apparently in the Panjgur district....
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Monthly Defense News – November 2023
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Nov 26, 2023
Turkey Expresses Interest in the Eurofighter Typhoon. Portugal Orders Multirole Vessel Capable of Being a Drone Carrier....
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Pakistan Reportedly Negotiating for L-15 Trainers from China
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Nov 19, 2023
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is reportedly speaking to the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) for the procurement of Hongdu L-15 lead-in-fighter-trainers (LIFT)....
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Pakistan Debuts JF-17 Block-3 at 2023 Dubai Air Show
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Nov 5, 2023
In November, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) brought its newly inducted JF-17 Block-III to the 2023 Dubai Air Show, marking the latest Thunder variant’s international debut. ...
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Monthly Defense News – October 2023
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Oct 29, 2023
Nigeria Receives First T129 Attack Helicopters from Turkey. Thailand Looks to Pivot S26T Purchase to a New Frigate Instead....
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JF-17 Thunder: Giving 20 Important Years with Decades More to Come
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Oct 22, 2023
It has been a little over 20 years since the maiden flight of the first JF-17 prototype. Since then, the fighter has undergone multiple iterations and, in turn, become Pakistan’s workhorse multirole fighter aircraft. When it...
Analysis: Is Pakistan’s Next Strategic Focus on Boosting Munitions Output?
Quwa Team
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Oct 15, 2023
Ukraine’s struggles are exposing the necessity of having a reliable domestic munitions production capability....
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The Quiet Rise of the Pakistan Navy (Part 2)
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Oct 8, 2023
Admiral Ashraf will inherit an expansive modernization effort across the PN’s surface, sub-surface, and aviation domains, one that is arguably unprecedented in scope and complexity in the PN’s history....
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The Quiet Rise of the Pakistan Navy (Part 1)
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Oct 8, 2023
Admiral Ashraf will inherit an expansive modernization effort across the PN’s surface, sub-surface, and aviation domains, one that is arguably unprecedented in scope and complexity in the PN’s history....
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Monthly Defense News – September 2023
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Sep 27, 2023
India mulls second indigenous aircraft carrier. Pakistan's GIDS reveals indigenous turbojet engine for cruise missile and drone applications....
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Pakistan Navy Makes Gains in Surface Combatant Programs
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Sep 24, 2023
Key Pakistan Navy (PN) surface combatant programs have started materializing, namely its Babur-class (MILGEM) corvette and Yarmouk-class Batch-II offshore patrol vessel (OPV) programs. On September 23, the PN commissioned its first of four Babur-class multi-mission corvettes,...
Analysis: Why is Pakistan Pursuing the TF-X Kaan Fighter? (Part 2)
Quwa Team
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Sep 24, 2023
In August, Turkey’s Deputy Defense Minister, Celal Sami Tüfekçi, said that Turkish officials will visit Pakistan to discuss the latter’s potential entry into Turkey’s next-generation fighter aircraft (NGFA) program, the TF-X KAAN. Moreover, Tüfekçi revealed that...
Analysis: Why is Pakistan Pursuing the TF-X Kaan Fighter? (Part-1)
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Sep 10, 2023
What does Turkey have to gain from letting Pakistan join the KAAN? Would Pakistan be an asset – or a liability? ...
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Monthly Defense News Recap – August 2023
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Sep 10, 2023
Several months after greenlighting the transfer of third-party F-16s and training from Europe, the U.S. will now directly provide F-16 flight training to Ukrainian pilots. ...
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Pakistan Looks to Use Drones as Strike Assets
Quwa Team
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Aug 14, 2023
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is integrating numerous stand-off range weapons (SOW) to its newly inducted Bayraktar Akıncı drone....
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Türkiye and Pakistan to Start Talks on KAAN Stealth Fighter
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Aug 11, 2023
Türkiye will start negotiations with Pakistani officials in August about Pakistan potentially joining the KAAN next-generation fighter project....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – July 2023
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Aug 2, 2023
During IDEF 2023, Türkiye’s aviation industry signalled that it would bring its prototypes and design concepts to fruition through investments and partnerships....
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India Greenlights Navy Rafale and Scorpene Talks With France
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Jul 24, 2023
India’s Ministry of Defence’s Defence Acquisition Council paved the way for talks for 26 Rafale fighters and 3 Scorpene submarines for the Indian Navy....
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India and Pakistan Continue Building Their Naval Aviation Capabilities
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Jul 16, 2023
Both Pakistan and India are heavily investing in unmanned technologies to complement their air, surface, and sub-surface fleets....
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Cluster Warheads Enter the Russia-Ukraine War
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Jul 9, 2023
The U.S is releasing Dual-Purpose Improved Conventional Munition (DPICM) artillery rounds to Ukraine, marking the entry of submunitions warheads in the war....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – June 2023
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Jun 25, 2023
GE Aerospace signs MoU with India's HAL to produce the F414 turbofan engine; Pakistan seemingly shows interest in Turkiye's next-gen fighter....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – June 2023
Bilal Khan
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Jun 25, 2023
GE Aerospace signs MoU with India's HAL to produce the F414 turbofan engine; Pakistan seemingly shows interest in Turkiye's next-gen fighter....
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Lessons from Ukraine: Securing the Munitions Supply Chain
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Jun 18, 2023
Pakistan is gearing its defence industry to produce more sophisticated munitions, a likely move to secure more of its ammunition supply channel....
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Pakistan Works to Enhance its Rocket Artillery Capabilities
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Jun 11, 2023
Pakistan is developing a new variant of its Fatah-series of multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) with a range of 250 km....
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In-House SAM Projects Hint at Pakistan’s Air Defence Goals
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Jun 4, 2023
In May 2023, Pakistan’s GIDS revealed that the Pakistani defence industry is working on a number of surface-to-air missile (SAM) projects....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – May 2023
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May 28, 2023
Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) successfully test flew its T625 Gökbey general purpose helicopter with the indigenously developed TS1400 turboshaft engine....
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Pakistan’s Defence Industry Lays Out Ambitious Future Roadmap
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May 22, 2023
Global Industrial and Defence Solutions (GIDS), the commercial wing of Pakistan’s state-owned defence industry vendors, released its future product roadmap....
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Pakistan Navy Commissions Last 2 Type 054A/P Frigates
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May 14, 2023
The Pakistan Navy (PN) formally inducted its final pair of Tughril-class multi-mission frigates, completing its Type 054A/P fleet to four ships....
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Türkiye Christens its Next-Gen Fighter as “KAAN”
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May 7, 2023
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ next-generation fighter aircraft, the Kaan, reflects the future of Türkiye’s integrated air warfare system....
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Türkiye’s Hürjet Trainer and T-929 Gunship Touch the Sky
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Apr 30, 2023
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ (TUSAŞ) carried out the maiden test flight of its Hürjet trainer and started the engines of its T-929 attack helicopter....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – April 2023
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Apr 23, 2023
Ukraine receives additional MiG-29s, but are these jets enough? India is aiming to take its next big step with the AMCA. Brazil and the UAE are jointly developing new missiles. ...
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Türkiye Commissions First Drone Carrier – TCG Anadolu
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Apr 16, 2023
The Turkish Navy commissioned its lead landing helicopter dock (LHD), the TCG Anadolu. This LHD will also serve as Türkiye’s first ‘drone carrier.’...
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How Policy Culture Derailed Pakistan’s Next-Gen Fighter Efforts
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Apr 9, 2023
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) had voiced its interest in one day acquiring a next-generation fighter aircraft (NGFA) as early as 2016. However, contrary to analyst expectations (of collaborating in a foreign project), the PAF undertook...
New MPA Solutions Look to Take on Boeing P-8A Poseidon
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Apr 3, 2023
Today, the Boeing P-8 ‘Poseidon’ dominates the market of next-generation maritime patrol aircraft (MPA). Based on the Boeing 737-800 ERX airliner, the P-8 is in service with the United States Navy (USN) as well as five...
Monthly Defense News Recap – March 2023
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Mar 26, 2023
The defence industries of Türkiye, South Korea, and India are all making progress by developing weapon systems for their respective national militaries. ...
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Türkiye Reaches Key Milestones Across Aviation Programs
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Mar 19, 2023
TUSAŞ successfully carried out the ground tests of its MMU and HÜRJET aircraft while also revealing the new ANKA 3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV)....
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Economic Security: Pakistan’s Fatal Weakness
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Mar 12, 2023
Pakistan’s anemic economy (relative to the country’s size, population, and potential) is a critical security vulnerability. ...
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The Post-Swift Retort Environment: Four Years Later
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Mar 5, 2023
In just four years, Pakistan greatly added to its air warfare and air defence capabilities based on the lessons of their 2019 skirmish....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – February 2023
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Feb 26, 2023
UAE kicked off IDEX 2023 and NAVDEX 2023 in Abu Dhabi. February’s recap looks at the major or uniquely interesting news pieces from these events....
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Pakistan Adds to JF-17 Value Proposition with Taimoor ALCM
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Feb 19, 2023
Pakistan is reportedly offering its Taimoor air-launched cruise missile (ALCM) for export. It may package this ALCM with the new JF-17 Block-3....
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Japan to Replace Attack Helicopters With Drones
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Feb 12, 2023
Japan announced that it will replace its fleet of manned attack and armed scout helicopters with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – January 2023
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Feb 5, 2023
Turkish Aerospace reaches new milestone. Pakistan cuts steel of first indigenous patrol boat. India works to integrate its own AIP to Scorpene submarine....
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Kyiv Looks to Sharpen its Spear With Advanced Western Arms
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Jan 29, 2023
Ukraine is reportedly expecting the U.S. and its other Western allies to supply upwards of 321 heavy tanks and, potentially later, fighter aircraft....
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J-10CE and JF-17 – Pakistan’s Emerging High-Low Mix
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Jan 22, 2023
Through this decade, the J-10CE and JF-17 Block-3 will form the new mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) combat aircraft fleet...
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Why CPEC Went Wrong for Both Pakistan and China
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Jan 15, 2023
Signed in 2015, many among the Pakistani intelligentsia had perceived that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was a watershed moment for their country. The prevailing thought was that CPEC would herald an enormous and positive economic...
Updates to Pakistan’s Drone Fleet
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Jan 13, 2023
This is a guest post explaining the current status of Pakistan’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) inventory....
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The “Silent Service” is Still the Future of Pakistan’s Navy
Quwa Team
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Jan 8, 2023
With the fifth and sixth boats under production, it seems that the Pakistan Navy’s Hangor submarine project is proceeding (but without German engines)....
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2022: Pakistan Finds Modernization Path but Funds a Challenge
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Jan 1, 2023
Islamabad can acquire modern weapons from China, but Pakistan’s corroding economy will hamper long-term plans....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – December 2022
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Dec 25, 2022
Turkish Aerospace continues showcasing the progress it is making on its key aircraft projects. The Pakistan Navy confirms its supersonic anti-ship missile capability as well as speaks to its ongoing development programs. Turkish Aerospace Makes Progress...
Bayraktar Kızılelma: Turkey’s Homegrown Jet UCAV Takes Flight
Quwa Team
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Dec 17, 2022
On 14 December 2022, Baykar Technology announced that it flew its Bayraktar Kızılelma unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) for the first time....
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Monthly Defense News Recap – August 2022
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Aug 29, 2022
A look at top Pakistani defence news topics in the month of August 2022: Pakistan inducts its second Type 054A/P frigate; Turkey tests SIPER long-range SAM....
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How Pakistan Could Optimize its Air Warfare Capabilities
Quwa Team
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Jun 6, 2021
The PAF could upgrade its existing JF-17 fleet to acquire fleet-wide ‘first-shot’ and stand-off range strike capabilities in the next five years....
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KSEW Cuts Steel for Pakistan’s Second MILGEM Corvette
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Jun 10, 2020
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KSEW) held the steel-cutting ceremony for the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) second MILGEM corvette. Pakistan ordered four MILGEMs in 2018, it is to receive all four by 2025....
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Istanbul Naval Shipyard Lays Keel for First Pakistani MILGEM
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Jun 6, 2020
Istanbul Naval Shipyard (INSY) announced that it laid the keel for the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) first MILGEM warship. Pakistan signed a contract for four MILGEM shops in July 2018....
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Zulfiquar-Class (F-22P) Frigate
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Jun 6, 2020
In May 2006, Pakistan signed a contract with China for four F-22P frigates for the Pakistan Navy (PN). The contract – which included the ships with transfer-of-technology (ToT), six Harbin Z-9EC helicopters, and a munitions package...
Saab Announces Undisclosed Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C Buyer
Quwa Team
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May 25, 2020
On 18 May 2020, Saab announced that it signed a SEK 1.553 billion ($160.5 million US) contract with an undisclosed buyer for its Saab 2000 Erieye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) system....
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Type 054A/P Frigate: Pakistan’s New Multi-Mission Frigates
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May 15, 2020
The Pakistan Navy (PN) currently has four Type 054A/P frigates from China Shipbuilding Trading Co. Ltd (CSTC). It ordered the ships in two equal batches in 2017 and 2018. The PN is scheduled to receive all...
China Showcases PCL-181 Self-Propelled Howitzer
Quwa Team
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May 12, 2020
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) showcased its new self-propelled howitzer, the PCL-181. The PCL-181 is a wheeled 155mm howitzer system with new automated features and reduced weight....
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Skepticism Clouds Over US Navy’s FFG(X) Cost Estimates
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May 11, 2020
Though the USN took steps to mitigate the risk of cost overruns by selecting an existing ship design, the Congressional Research Service (CRS) is urging caution about the USN’s estimates. The USN intends to acquire 20...
Havelsan to Assist with TF-X Next-Generation Fighter
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May 10, 2020
Turkish defence electronics manufacturer Havelsan will participate in Turkey’s next-generation fighter, the TF-X, alongside the program’s main contractor Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI)....
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Saudi Arabia Inks Drone Manufacturing Deal
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May 6, 2020
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Military Industries (GAMI) announced that the country will acquire 46 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) from Intra Defence Technologies, a local defence supplier....
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Boeing-Embraer Joint-Venture Falls Through
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May 5, 2020
On 25 April 2020, Boeing let its deadline to acquire 80% of Embraer’s commercial aircraft business expire, therefore scuttling plans from 2018 for a jointly owned commercial aircraft company....
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Russia Studies Next Generation Lightweight Fighter
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May 4, 2020
Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation announced that its MiG RSK division is designing a next-generation, twin-engine lightweight fighter. According to Russian media, the initial development phase of the new fighter will occur from 2020 to 2025....
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Azerbaijan Expresses Interest in Russian Combat Aircraft
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May 3, 2020
According to Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Defence (MoD), Azerbaijan Government and Azerbaijan Air Force officials had visited United Aircraft Corporation’s (UAC) facilities to examine UAC’s Su-35 and MiG-35 multi-role combat aircraft. Azerbaijani officials expressed interest in acquiring...
Type 054A/P: Work Progresses on Pakistan’s New Frigates
Bilal Khan
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Apr 5, 2020
On 23 March 2020, the Pakistan Navy announced that the China Shipbuilding Trading Co. Limited (CSTC) laid the keel for Pakistan’s second Type 054A/P frigate. Pakistan has four Type 054A/P frigates on order, all of which...
Nigeria Will Take Delivery of JF-17 Fighters in November 2020
Bilal Khan
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Mar 1, 2020
The Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Air Marshal Sadiq Abubakar announced that the NAF will receive its three JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters in November 2020....
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Pakistan Tests Ra’ad-II Air-Launched Cruise Missile
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Feb 18, 2020
On 18 February 2020, Pakistan’s Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) test-fired the Ra’ad-II air-launched cruise missile (ALCM). The Ra’ad II has a stated range of 600 km, and it...
Profile: Singapore’s Independence-Class Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV)
Quwa Team
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Feb 2, 2020
Singapore’s Independence-class Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) joins a growing list of 1,000 to 1,500-ton naval ships equipped with the combat capabilities of larger frigate designs. The LMV has a displacement of 1,250 tons and is equipped...
Boeing Says Bangladesh is Considering AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 22, 2020
Boeing confirmed to reporters that its AH-64E was “down-selected” for a potential acquisition program in Bangladesh. If it materializes, it would be the first major big-ticket US arms sale to Dhaka following Bangladesh’s independence from Pakistan...
US Demonstrates Anti-Cruise Missile Capability via Laser-Guided Rockets
Bilal Khan
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Jan 21, 2020
The US Air Force’s 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron demonstrated an ability to shoot down subsonic cruise missiles using AGR-20A APKWS laser-guided rockets from F-16s....
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Turkey Announces Akya Heavyweight Torpedo Tests
Bilal Khan
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Jan 20, 2020
On 16 January 2020, the President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, highlighted the progress Turkey is making with its defence industry, and announced that the country also test-fired its own heavyweight anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedo, the...
Turkey Tests Indigenous Air-to-Air Missile
Bilal Khan
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Jan 19, 2020
Turkey’s TÜBİTAK-SAGE announced that it test fired its currently under-development Gökdoğan beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile (AAM) ...
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Gentium and Damen Shipyards Group to Grow Bangladeshi Shipbuilding
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2020
On 14 January, Gentium and Damen Shipyards Group signed a memorandum-of-understanding with the Bangladeshi Ministry of Industry to “establish and develop a shipbuilding and ship repair industry” in the country aimed at fulfilling local and foreign...
US to Remove Turkey From F-35 Work by End of 2020
Bilal Khan
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Jan 14, 2020
The Pentagon is working to remove Turkey from the majority of F-35 Lightning II supply work by March 2020, while aiming to completely end Ankara’s involvement in the program by end of year....
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Pakistani Senate Committee Sets Goals for PAC
Bilal Khan
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Jan 13, 2020
On 07 January 2020, Pakistan’s Senate Standing Committee on Defence Production called on Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) to continue meeting the needs of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) while taking on more commercial ventures and reducing...
Turkey Extends Aircraft Co-Production Offer to Malaysia
Bilal Khan
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Jan 12, 2020
Turkish Aerospace’s CEO announced that the company invited Malaysia to participate in the production of the Hürjet trainer/light combat aircraft and TF-X next-generation fighter. ...
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Leonardo Demos Next Generation Radar Warning Receiver (RWR)
Bilal Khan
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Jan 8, 2020
Leonardo UK demonstrated a next-generation radar warning receiver (RWR) system that it says is four times as accurate as existing RWRs, but one-tenth the size....
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Pakistan Extends T129 ATAK Delivery Window by One Year
Bilal Khan
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Jan 7, 2020
According to Turkey’s President of Defense Industries (SSB), Dr. Ismail Demir, Pakistan extended its delivery window for the T129 ATAK attack helicopter by one year. ...
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Turkish Aerospace Opens Office in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jan 6, 2020
Turkey’s main aerospace contractor Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc. (TUSAŞ) opened an office in Pakistan’s National Science & Technology Park in 2019, becoming the first Turkish entity to do so. ...
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Pakistan Navy Officially Inducts ATR-72 MPA and LUNA NG UAV
Bilal Khan
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Jan 5, 2020
The Pakistan Navy’s (PN) Director General of Public Relations announced that the PN inducted ATR-72 maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) and Luna NG unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)....
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Pakistan’s PAC and AVIC Sign Agreement to Co-Produce Chinese Commercial Aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2020
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) signed an agreement with the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) to “co-produce” the latter’s commercial aircraft....
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Pakistan’s PAC Inaugurates JF-17 Integration Facility
Bilal Khan
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Jan 1, 2020
On 27 December 2019, Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) inaugurated a new integration facility for installing, testing and qualifying electronics and munitions to the JF-17 domestically....
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JF-17 Block 3 Prototype Takes Flight
Bilal Khan
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Dec 31, 2019
In December 2019, the prototype of the JF-17 Block III conducted its maiden test flight. There are only minor changes to the airframe, most of the upgrades are either internal or subsystem related....
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Pakistan’s Integrated Dynamics Reveals Pseudo-Satellite Project
Bilal Khan
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Dec 16, 2019
Integrated Dynamics, a private sector company in Pakistan, says it is developing High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) platforms in the form of solar-powered unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)....
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Tests Scheduled for Pakistan’s First Upgraded Agosta 90B in 2020
Bilal Khan
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Dec 15, 2019
Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik A.Ş. (STM) is planning to start the sea trials of the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) first upgraded Agosta 90B submarine – PNS/M Hamza – in early 2020....
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Shows Off Ongoing Projects
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2019
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) is currently working on multiple programs, including a high-speed target drone, precision-guided bombs, targeting pod integration, and possibly its MALE UAV project....
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Turkey’s Aselsan to Open an Office in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 11, 2019
The Turkish defence electronics supplier Aselsan is reportedly planning to open an office in Pakistan, one of its leading overseas customers across multiple big-ticket programs....
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Turkey’s Akıncı Drone Completes First Test Flight
Bilal Khan
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Dec 9, 2019
On 06 December 2019, the privately-owned Turkish aerospace company Baykar announced that its new twin-engine drone, the Akıncı, performed its maiden test flight....
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Saab Delivers Deployable Maintenance Facility Solution to Hungary
Bilal Khan
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Dec 8, 2019
The ‘Deployable Maintenance Facility’ (DAM) is a unique approach on forward aircraft deployment by enabling the end-user to move both the aircraft and its maintenance support elements with ease, i.e., without investing in fixed logistics infrastructure...
Pakistan Army Conducts Training Exercise in Bahawalpur
Bilal Khan
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Dec 5, 2019
On 05 December 2019, the Pakistan Army’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa observed a training exercise involving an Army Strike Corps in Bahawalpur, Punjab. ...
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Rheinmetall Tests 76 km Range Artillery System
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2019
On 06 November 2019, Germany’s Rheinmetall test-fired an artillery round from a South African Denel Land Systems G6 howitzer and achieved a range of 76, the highest achieved range for a 155 shell. ...
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Update (2019): Pakistan’s T129 ATAK Attack Helicopter Purchase
Bilal Khan
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Dec 2, 2019
In an interview published on 02 December 2019, the head of Turkey’s Defense Industries Presidency (SSB), Dr. İsmail Demir said the sale of 30 T129 ATAK attack helicopters to Pakistan is still proceeding....
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Pakistan Conducts ‘Command Level Operation’ Exercise
Bilal Khan
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Dec 1, 2019
On 29 November 2019, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) announced that it held a ‘command level operation’ exercise – designated ‘Hawk-Eye’ – across all three of its Regional Commands. ...
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Pakistan Shows Glimpse of its New Drones
Bilal Khan
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Nov 28, 2019
At the 2019 Dubai Air Show, Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) showed both an illustration and a photo a test-launch of its new jet-powered target drone. It also showed an illustration of its medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned...
Pakistan’s KSEW Launches Fourth Fast Attack Craft (Missile)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2019
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KSEW) launched the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) fourth Azmat-class fast attack craft (missile) – or FAC(M) – on 27 November 2019. ...
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Turkey Starts Testing S-400 Air Defence System
Bilal Khan
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Nov 26, 2019
The Ankara Governorate announced that the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) has started testing the radar systems of its newly acquired S-400 long-range air defence system....
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South Africa Blocks New Arms Transfers to Saudi Arabia and UAE
Bilal Khan
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Nov 25, 2019
The South African government blocked the sale of new arms to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and several other countries over a dispute over inspections....
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China Officially Promotes J-10C for Export
Bilal Khan
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Nov 24, 2019
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) has begun promoting a variant of the J-10C for export. Designated FC-20E, the product was officially put on display as a mock-up at the 2019 Dubai Air Show. ...
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Pakistan Apparently Received a JY-27A Radar from China
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2019
Satellite images revealed the presence of a radar system, potentially the CETC JY-27A, at the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) M.M Alam Air Base. ...
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JF-17 to Take Part in Malaysia’s New Fighter Competition
Bilal Khan
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Nov 20, 2019
Malaysia shortlisted the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex/Aviation Industry Corporation of China JF-17 as one of seven potential fighters for its light combat aircraft competition....
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Aselsan Secures €176.9 m Contract for Pakistan’s MILGEM Corvette Program
Bilal Khan
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Nov 18, 2019
On 14 November 2019, Aselsan announced that it signed a €176.9 m contract with ASFAT A.Ş to supply subsystems for the Pakistan Navy’s MILGEM corvettes....
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Pakistan’s Naval Chief Visits Romania & Reviews Upcoming Corvette
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2019
On 16 November 2019, the Pakistan Navy (PN) announced that the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi, paid an official visit to Romania. The CNS also visited Damen Shipyards Galati, which constructed the...
Pakistan Navy Takes Part in Multi-National Exercise in Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2019
The PNS Alamgir has been in Turkey since 09 November 2019 for a 12-day multinational maritime exercise – designated Operation Mediterranean Shield – in the Aegean Sea....
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Turkey Test Fires Atmaca Anti-Ship Missile from MILGEM Corvette
Bilal Khan
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Nov 12, 2019
On 4 November 2019, Turkey’s Defense Industries Presidency announced that the Turkish Navy’s TCG Kinaliada, a MILGEM corvette, successfully test-fired an Atmaca anti-ship cruising missile....
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Profile: Pakistan’s New Hangor Submarine
Bilal Khan
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Nov 11, 2019
The Pakistan Navy has eight Hangor submarines on order from China. The first four will be inducted in 2022-2023, and the last four by 2028. ...
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UAE Launches New Company ‘Edge’ to Spearhead Defence Industry
Bilal Khan
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Nov 10, 2019
The United Arab Emirates launched EDGE Group, a new state-owned enterprise, to consolidate the country’s 25 defence suppliers to provide new solutions for the domestic UAE and overseas markets. ...
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EU Military Committee Chairman Makes Official Visit to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Nov 7, 2019
The Chairman of the European Union Military Committee, General Claudio Graziano, visited Air Headquarters Islamabad on Wednesday, 06 November 2019....
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Pakistan Navy Tests Land-Based Anti-Ship Missile (Zarb)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 6, 2019
The Pakistan Navy announced that it test-fired the land-based anti-ship cruising missile (ASCM), designated “Zarb,” on 05 November 2019. ...
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China’s scale gives flexibility for high-tech arms development
Bilal Khan
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Nov 5, 2019
Note: This article was previously a Quwa Premium piece, it is now freely available. On 01 February 2018 observers spotted a large cannon turret placed onboard a People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) Type 072III landing ship...
Indonesia is Planning to Procure 2 F-16 Block-72 Squadrons
Bilal Khan
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Nov 4, 2019
The Indonesian Air Force’s (TNI-AU) Chief of Air Staff, Marshal Yuyu Sutisna, announced the TNI-AU is planning to procure two squadrons of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block-72 fighters from 2020 to 2024....
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Steel Cut for 2 Pakistan Navy Type 054A/P Frigates
Bilal Khan
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Nov 3, 2019
China Shipbuilding Trading Co. Ltd. (CSTC) conducted the steel cutting ceremony of two Type 054A/P frigates for the Pakistan Navy (PN). The PN is slated to receive all four Type 054A/P frigates by 2021....
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories Reveals New PK18 and PK21 Assault Rifles
Bilal Khan
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Oct 31, 2019
At the 5th Pak-Turkey Defence Exhibition (Defence Port Turkey), Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) revealed three new firearms: the PK18 assault rifle, PK21 submachine gun, and POF10 pistol. ...
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Bangladesh Orders AESA Air Defence Radars from Leonardo
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2019
The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) selected the Leonardo KRONOS Land radar for its future air surveillance and air defence needs. Leonardo announced the order at the 2019 Bahrain International Defence Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC). ...
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Pakistan Air Force Chief Visited South Africa
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2019
The Pakistan Air Force’s Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Mujahid Anwar Khan paid an official visit to South Africa on 24 October 2019. ACM Khan discussed various matters of professional interest with his...
Loaded Procurement Pipeline in Tow, The Pakistan Navy Rises (Part 1)
Bilal Khan
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Oct 29, 2019
With a relatively deep – and active – procurement roadmap of new submarines, frigates and other assets, the Pakistan Navy is aims to implement an ambitious modernization project in the next decade....
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Turkish Aerospace to Develop ‘T629’ Armed or Attack Helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2019
Turkish Aerospace’s General Manager and CEO, Temel Kotil, revealed that the company will develop a six-ton attack or armed helicopter that will fill a gap between the T129 ATAK and 10-ton ATAK II attack helicopters. The...
South Africa’s CSIR Raises Possibility of Wingman Drone Research
Bilal Khan
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Oct 27, 2019
South Africa’s government-owned think-tank, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), proposed studying drone wingmen for the South African Air Force’s (SAAF) Gripen fleet....
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Pakistan’s Defence Exports Reached USD 212.6 million in 2018-2019
Bilal Khan
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Oct 24, 2019
According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP), the country’s defence exports had reached $212.6 million US from August 2018 to August 2019. ...
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Turkey’s Baykar Delivers Second TB2 UAV Batch to Ukraine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2019
The Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar announced that it delivered a second batch of Bayraktar TB2 armed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to Ukraine....
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AW139: The Pakistan Air Force’s New Mainstay SAR Helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Oct 22, 2019
On 03 March 2018, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) formally equipped the No. 88 Search-and-Rescue (SAR) squadron with two Leonardo AW139 utility helicopters. The No. 88 “Combat Support Squadron and Advanced Helicopter Training School” operates from...
Italy Approved $762 m in Arms Sales to Pakistan in 2018
Bilal Khan
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Oct 21, 2019
According to Italy’s “Report on Authorized Transactions Carried Out for Export, Import and Transit Control of Armament Materials,” the Italian government approved €682.91 million (i.e., $762 million US) in arms sales to Pakistan in 2018. However,...
Italian Defence Industry Heads Visit Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Oct 20, 2019
On 17 October 2019, the President of the AIAD (Italian Companies for Aerospace, Defence and Security), Guido Crosetto, and CEO of MBDA Italy, Pasquale Di Bartolomeo, met with the Pakistan Navy’s Chief of Naval Staff (CNS)...
Ukraine Unveils New Supersonic Air-to-Surface Missile Program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 17, 2019
Ukraine’s Yuzhnoye Design Office revealed that it is developing a new supersonic-cruising air-to-surface missile (ASM) called the ‘Bliskavka’ (Lightning). It showcased a mock-up of the Bliskavka at Ukraine’s marquee defence exhibition, Arms and Security 2019. ...
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BMC Says Altay MBT Will Be Ready in Two Years
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2019
BMC, the Turkish manufacturer awarded with the contract of manufacturing the Altay main battle tank for the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK), said that the TSK will operate the Altay MBT in two years....
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Saab and Boeing Successfully Test Fire GLSDB
Bilal Khan
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Oct 15, 2019
On 14 October 2019, Saab and Boeing announced that they successfully test-fired the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB) system in Norway towards the end of September 2019....
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China Releases New Details on the AVIC Z-20 Helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Oct 14, 2019
China’s state-owned newspaper provided details of the Z-20, the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) new transport helicopter....
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Turkey Completes HİSAR-A Surface-to-Air Missile Tests
Bilal Khan
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Oct 13, 2019
Turkey’s Defense Industry President İsmail Demir announced that Roketsan and Aselsan completed the development of the HİSAR-A surface-to-air missile (SAM) system....
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Can Offsets Work in Pakistan? (Quwa Premium Sample)
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2019
This Quwa Premium report examines the viability of commercial offsets (tied to big-ticket defence purchases) in Pakistan. In this report, Quwa briefly reviews the checkered history of offset packages, especially in the developing world. ...
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Dassault Delivers First Four Rafale Fighters to India
Bilal Khan
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Oct 9, 2019
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially received its first four (out of an order of 36) Dassault Rafale multi-role fighter aircraft at Dassault Aviation’s final assembly site for the Rafale in Mérignac, France....
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Pakistan Confirms Deliveries of Follow-On Erieye AEW&C
Bilal Khan
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Oct 8, 2019
In its yearbook for 2017-2018, the Pakistan Ministry of Defence Production confirmed that the Pakistan Air Force ordered its sixth Saab 2000 Erieye airborne early warning and control aircraft....
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Denel Dynamics Certifies A-Darter Air-to-Air Missile
Bilal Khan
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Oct 7, 2019
On 02 October 2019, Denel Dynamics announced that it has completed the qualification and certification of the A-Darter, a high off-boresight (HOBS) air-to-air missile (AAM)....
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Pakistan Ordered Kornet-E Anti-Tank Guided Missiles in 2017-2018
Bilal Khan
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Oct 6, 2019
According to the Ministry of Defence Production’s (MoDP) 2017-2018 yearbook, Pakistan’s Directorate General Defence Purchase (DGDP) ordered Kornet anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM) for $62.46 m US....
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Pakistan to Develop a Supersonic Missile for Naval Usage
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2019
According to the Pakistan Ministry of Defence Production’s disclosure for 2017-2018, the Directorate General of Munitions Production (DGMP) signed-off on the local development of a supersonic missile for the Pakistan Navy....
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South Korea’s KAI to Start Work on KF-X Prototype
Bilal Khan
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Oct 1, 2019
According to a press release by the Defense Acquisition Programme Administration, Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) will begin work on the first prototype of its next-generation KF-X combat aircraft....
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Pakistan Rolls Out First Locally Overhauled JF-17 Fighters
Bilal Khan
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Sep 30, 2019
On 26 September 2019, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) announced that it rolled-out its first two domestically overhauled JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters. ...
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Steel Cut for Pakistan Navy’s First MILGEM Corvette
Bilal Khan
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Sep 29, 2019
On Sunday, 29 September 2019, Istanbul Shipyard conducted the steel-cutting ceremony of the first MILGEM corvette slated for the Pakistan Navy. Pakistan has four MILGEM corvettes on order as part of a $1 to $1.5 billion...
Steel Cut for the Second of Pakistan’s Four Type 054A/P Frigates
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2018
On 20 December, the China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) held the steel-cutting ceremony of the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) second (of four) Type 054A/P multi-mission frigates....
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US Greenlights PAC-3 Patriot Sale to Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2018
On 18 December the US State Department greenlit a proposed $3.5 billion contract for PAC-3 Patriot long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems to Turkey. As per a statement released by the State Department’s Defence Security Cooperation Agency...
Turkey Gives the T625 Helicopter the Name ‘Gökbey’
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2018
The production version of the T625 Gökbey six-ton utility helicopter will also use Turkey’s domestically developed TS1400 turboshaft engine. The Gökbey will enter production in 2021....
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Pakistan Navy Inducts Sea King Helicopters and ATR-72 MPA
Bilal Khan
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Dec 13, 2018
On 12 December 2018, the Pakistan Navy (PN) formally inducted two refurbished, former Royal Navy Westland Sea King (one HAR3A and one HC4) naval helicopters and its first ATR-72-based maritime patrol aircraft (MPA). The PN also...
IDEAS 2018: Hajvairy Group Partners with Kia Motors to Propose Light Armoured Vehicle to the Pakistan Army
Bilal Khan
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Dec 11, 2018
The private sector entity Hajvairy Group partnered with Kia Motors of South Korea to propose the latter’s Light Tactical Vehicle to the Pakistan Army. ...
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Pakistan and Ukraine to Explore Opportunities for Defence Collaboration
Bilal Khan
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Dec 9, 2018
At IDEAS 2018, Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) and Ukraine’s UkrOboronProm had agreed to explore opportunities for defence collaboration across land, naval and aerial applications....
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IDEAS 2018: Pakistan and Ukraine to Collaborate on Precision Munitions
Bilal Khan
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Dec 7, 2018
During the 2018 International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS), Pakistan and Ukraine mutually agreed to collaborate on precision-guided munitions, such as anti-tank missiles....
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Pakistan Reportedly Seeking FD-2000 Long Range Anti-Air Missiles
Bilal Khan
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Dec 5, 2018
Having successfully procured nine HQ-16-based LY-80 40-km range surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems from China, Pakistan is now reportedly setting its focus on the long-range FD-2000, an export variant of the HQ-9 long-range SAM system....
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Czech Firearms Maker CZ Reveals BREN 2 in 7.62×51 mm
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2018
The Czech firearms maker Česká zbrojovka (CZ) unveiled a 7.62x51 mm (or 7.62 NATO) version of its BREN 2 assault rifle, i.e. BREN 2 BR....
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Denel Dynamics Completes A-Darter Missile Qualification Tests
Bilal Khan
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Sep 25, 2018
South Africa’s Denel Dynamics announced that it has completed the missile qualification tests of its high off-boresight (HOBS) air-to-air missile (AAM), the A-Darter....
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Z-10ME: Photos Emerge of New Z-10 Attack Helicopter Variant
Bilal Khan
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Sep 24, 2018
Photos have emerged of what appears to be a Z-10ME, an improved variant of the Z-10 attack helicopter manufactured by Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation’s (CAIC). The Z-10ME reportedly incorporates a higher-output turboshaft engine compared to the...
Paramount Group and Leonardo Agree to Weaponize M-345
Bilal Khan
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Sep 23, 2018
Paramount Group and Leonardo signed an agreement to arm Leonardo’s M-345 for combat operations. This will be done by integrating Paramount’s SWIFT (Smart Weapons Integration on Fast-Jet Trainers) mission system to the M-345, alongside configuring the...
Aselsan Confirms ASELPOD Integration on Pakistani JF-17
Bilal Khan
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Jul 23, 2018
Turkish defence giant Aselsan confirmed (in its Annual Yearbook for 2017) that its ASELPOD advanced targeting pod was successfully integrated and tested from the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters....
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Pakistan’s Senate Calls for Stronger Emphasis on Domestic R&D
Bilal Khan
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Jul 19, 2018
The Pakistani Senate’s Standing Committee on Defence Production recommended that the country’s state-owned defence industry entities to commit to domestic research and development (R&D). This is to be done by staffing R&D departments with “competent professionals”...
Pakistan and Italy Agree to Explore Joint Defence Production
Bilal Khan
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Jul 18, 2018
On 09 July 2018, Pakistan’s state-owned news agency reports that “Pakistan and Italy stressed upon the need to explore the field of joint defence production.” The call comes following meetings between the Pakistan Minister of Defence...
Turkey Expects First S-400 Air Defence System Delivery in 2019
Bilal Khan
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Jul 17, 2018
Turkey’s foreign minister, Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, announced that Ankara expects the first deliveries of the Almaz-Antey S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system before late 2019....
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Leonardo Unveils Low-Cost ‘Grifo-E’ AESA Radar
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2018
On 13 July 2018, Leonardo officially launched the ‘Grifo-E’, an active electronically-scanned array (AESA) radar that aims to offer a “flexible, cost-effective package” for a wide-range of combat aircraft. Though the Grifo-E will be qualified in...
Pakistan Navy Receives its First ATR-72 Maritime Patrol Aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 15, 2018
The Pakistan Navy received its first of two ATR-72 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) from Rheinland Air Service (RAS) and Aerodata in “the second quarter” of 2018. Conversion work on the second ATR-72 has reportedly begun, it...
Pakistan Inks Contract for 4 MILGEM Ada Corvettes from Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Jul 7, 2018
Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) has formally inked a contract with Turkey’s Military Factory and Shipyard Corporation (Askeri Fabrika ve Tersane İşletme Anonim Şirketi: ASFAT A.Ş.) for the purchase of four MILGEM Ada corvettes for...
Turkey gets Altay MBT rolling by selecting BMC for serial production
Bilal Khan
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May 15, 2018
The Undersecretary for Defence Industries (SSM) Ismail Demir announced that the Turkish auto-manufacturer BMC was selected to mass-produce the Altay main battle tank (MBT)...
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Pakistan will set-up a Satellite Development and Production Facility
Bilal Khan
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May 14, 2018
The Government of Pakistan has announced plans to establish a domestic satellite development and production facility – the Pakistan Space Centre – to materialize forthcoming remote-sensing and other satellite programs....
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Overview: Babur 1B, Zarb and Harba Cruise Missiles
Bilal Khan
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Apr 23, 2018
Overview of Pakistan’s anti-ship cruising missiles (ASCM) – i.e. the Zarb, Harba and the Babur 1B. Collectively, it appears that these missiles will contribute to Pakistan’s anti-access and area-denial (A2/AD) efforts within its littoral waters and...
Steel Cutting Ceremony Held for Pakistan’s First Damen 1900 OPV
Bilal Khan
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Apr 22, 2018
Damen Shipyards held the steel-cutting ceremony of the first of two Damen 1800 offshore patrol vessels (OPV) ordered by the Pakistan Navy in 2017. The second OPV is to be built in Pakistan by Karachi Shipyard...
Pakistan Navy Fleet Tanker Completes First Survey in the Indian Ocean
Bilal Khan
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Apr 12, 2018
Turkish defence contractor Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Tic. A.Ş. (STM) announced that the Pakistan Navy Fleet Tanker (PNFT) – PNS Moawin – conducted its first survey mission in the Indian Ocean on 31 March 2018....
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Pakistan begins receiving Mi-35M helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Apr 10, 2018
Pakistan has begun receiving the Mi-35M helicopters it ordered from Russian Helicopters in 2015. Footage shows a Mi-35M in Pakistan Army Aviation (PAA) colours flying in Pakistan. In addition, Pakistani import-export logs show Rosoboronexport (Russia’s state-owned...
Turkish Aerospace Industries delivers 2 Anka-S to Turkish Forces
Bilal Khan
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Apr 10, 2018
On 08 April, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) announced that it delivered two Anka-S unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK), raising the TSK’s Anka-S fleet to six UAVs. The TSK began receiving the...
India launches bid for 110 new multi-role fighters
Bilal Khan
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Apr 9, 2018
India has begun issuing requests-for-information (RFI) for 110 new multi-role fighters to supplant its older aircraft and augment forthcoming Rafale and Tejas procurement. The deal could be amount to up to $20 billion US in business...
Pakistani Defence Minister: talking to Russia for Su-35, T-90 tanks and air defence systems
Bilal Khan
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Apr 8, 2018
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Khurram Dastgir Khan told the Russian News Agency RIA Novosti that Pakistan is negotiating with Russia for the Sukhoi Su-35 fighters, air defence systems and potentially T-90 main battle tanks. He did...
Pakistan announces Babur Sub-Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM) test
Bilal Khan
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Mar 29, 2018
On 29 March 2018 Pakistan’s Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced that the country had successfully test-fired the Babur submarine-launched cruise missile (SLCM). Stated range is 450 km....
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Pakistan signs new satellite contract with China (CGWIC)
Bilal Khan
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Mar 27, 2018
Pakistan’s Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) signed a contract with China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) for the PakSat Multi-Mission Satellite (PakSat-MM1) on 22 March 2018....
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Qatar will buy Turkish drones, ships and armoured vehicles
Bilal Khan
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Mar 21, 2018
At DIMDEX 2018, Qatar signed deals worth $800 million US with Turkey for the purchase of Bayraktar TB2 drones, patrol and training boats, and NMS 4x4 armoured vehicles....
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Indian Air Force commits to procure a total of 324 HAL Tejas fighters
Bilal Khan
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Mar 20, 2018
The Indian Air Force is reportedly planning to add 201 Tejas Mk2 fighters to its existing order of 123 Tejas. This is conditional on Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd bringing the Tejas Mk2 to fruition....
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Outgoing Pakistan Air Force Chief: JF-17 Block-III design finalized
Bilal Khan
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Mar 19, 2018
The outgoing Chief of Air Staff (CAS) of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman announced that the design of the JF-17 Block-III was “finalized”....
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Fincantieri reveals specifications for Qatar’s future naval ships
Bilal Khan
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Mar 18, 2018
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri unveiled the design, specifications and capabilities of Qatar’s forthcoming corvettes, offshore patrol vessels and landing platform dock at DIMDEX 2018....
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Pakistan Navy test-fires land-based anti-ship missile
Bilal Khan
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Mar 11, 2018
The Pakistan Navy announced that it had test-fired an anti-ship missile (AShM) as part of a training drill on 10 March 2018. No details were provided into the type or specifications....
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Saudi Arabia could order 48 new Typhoon fighters
Bilal Khan
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Mar 11, 2018
Saudi Arabia has signed a Memorandum-of-Intent with the UK Government for the potential purchase of 48 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters from BAE Systems....
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Pakistan concludes joint-naval and air exercise – RIBAT-2018
Bilal Khan
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Mar 6, 2018
On 06 March the Pakistan Navy (PN) and the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) concluded their joint-exercise in the North Arabian Sea – RIBAT-2018....
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Russia: Qatar interested in the Sukhoi Su-35
Bilal Khan
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Mar 4, 2018
According to Vladimir Kozhin, the Russian Presidential Aide for Cooperation on Defence Technologies, Qatar is interested in the Sukhoi Su-35 multi-role fighter....
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Pakistan Air Force’s No. 88 squadron converts to AW139
Bilal Khan
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Mar 4, 2018
The Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) No. 88 Search & Rescue (SAR) Squadron has formally commissioned the PAF’s newly procured Leonardo AW139....
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Pakistan signs contract to upgrade second Agosta 90B
Bilal Khan
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Feb 28, 2018
According to an announcement by the Turkish defence contractor Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş. (STM) on 28 February, Pakistan has signed the contract to upgrade the Pakistan Navy’s second (of three) Agosta 90B submarines. This...
Pakistan inaugurates new fighter squadron – No. 28 “Phoenix”
Bilal Khan
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Feb 28, 2018
The Pakistan Air Force inaugurated its sixth JF-17 Thunder unit through an entirely new multi-role fighter squadron, the No. 28 “Phoenix”, stationed at Samungli Air Base, Quetta, Baluchistan....
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Drones deliver China access into high-value, non-traditional markets
Bilal Khan
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Feb 28, 2018
Reportedly securing a sale of four Wing Loong unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to Indonesia, it is clear that UAVs are opening China’s entry into markets otherwise dominated by US, Europe and Russia....
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Saab highlights its market-strategy as niche provider and integrator
Bilal Khan
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Feb 26, 2018
On 23 February Saab rolled-out the first GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft at its Linköping facility. Integrated to the Bombardier Global 6000, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the launch customer of Saab’s...
Indonesia signs contract for 11 Su-35 fighters from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Feb 22, 2018
Indonesia has inked a $1.14 billion U.S. contract with Russia for the purchase of 11 Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E fighters from United Aircraft Corporation…...
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AHRLAC proposes Bronco II for the US market
Bilal Khan
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Feb 22, 2018
The newly formed company Bronco Combat Systems (BCS) is proposing a variant of the Paramount Group AHRLAC, designated Bronco II, for the American market, including the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) lightweight ground-attack aircraft program, the OA-X....
Brazil buys ex-Royal Navy helicopter carrier HMS Ocean
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2018
The U.K. has confirmed that it sold the mothballed Royal Navy landing platform helicopter (LPH) or helicopter carrier HMS Ocean to Brazil for $117 million U.S....
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Pakistan prepares for inducting AH-1Z attack helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2018
The Pakistan Army’s Military Engineer Services branch released a tender for the construction of a hangar and other ground facilities for the Textron Bell AH-1Z Viper....
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Pakistan’s MoDP met Turkish, Dutch ambassadors, Ukrainian officials
Bilal Khan
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Feb 18, 2018
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production (MoDP) Rana Tanveer Hussain met with the Ambassadors of Turkey, Ukraine and the Netherlands this past week....
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia conclude series of naval exercises
Bilal Khan
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Feb 18, 2018
The Pakistan Navy and the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) have concluded a series of naval exercises on 17 February 2017 – i.e. Naseem al-Bahr XI....
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BAE offers credit for Malaysian fighter bid
Bilal Khan
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Feb 14, 2018
BAE Systems reiterated its willingness to facilitate a UK-based line-of-credit to back a sale of Eurofighter Typhoon fighters to Malaysia....
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China’s CSSC launches C-13B corvette for Bangladesh
Bilal Khan
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Feb 13, 2018
The China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) launched the third Shadhinota-class C13B corvette for the Bangladesh Navy on 12 February 2018...
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Saudi Arabia’s S-400 talks progress, but questions remain
Bilal Khan
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Feb 11, 2018
Negotiations with Saudi Arabia for the S-400 are progressing, but Riyadh’s near-term requirements for transfer-of-technology have complicated matters…...
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Indonesia has not yet inked Su-35 contract
Bilal Khan
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Feb 11, 2018
Negotiations for the sale of 11 Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters to Indonesia are still ongoing, with issues relating to countertrade still preventing finalization....
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TAI sees growth of interest in T129, Anka UAV
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2018
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is nearing a firm contract for the sale of 30 T129 attack helicopters to Pakistan. It is also in talks with Bangladesh, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand....
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China to expand drone offerings with Star Shadow UCAV
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2018
Star UAV System Company, a business from Chengdu, is developing a twin-engine, stealthy unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) for the export market....
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Airbus could offer military variants of the A320neo
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2018
At the 2018 Singapore Air Show, Airbus Defence & Space said it was considering the prospect of offering MPA and ISR variants of the A320neo....
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BMC says it won Turkish Government bid for Altay MBT engine
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2018
Turkish auto-manufacturer BMC’s Chairman, Ethem Sancak, says that BMC has won the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries’ (SSM) contract to develop a diesel engine for the Altay main battle tank (MBT)...
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Paramount Group’s AHRLAC/Mwari nearing serial production
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2018
South African conglomerate Paramount Group has announced that its serial production line for the AHRLAC light combat aircraft platform is “fully operational”....
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Embraer secures potential KC-390 order from SkyTech
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2018
Embraer Defense & Security announced that it signed a letter-of-intent (LOI) with civil aviation firm SkyTech for six KC-390 multi-mission transport aircraft....
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Ukraine opens Mi-8/Mi-17 repair centre in Bangladesh
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2018
Ukrinmash opened a service center for repairing Mil Mi-8 and Mi-17 transport helicopters for the Bangladesh Air Force....
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Pakistan establishes new Instrumented Weapon Testing Range
Bilal Khan
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Feb 4, 2018
The Pakistan Air Force announced that it has established a new Instrumented Weapon Testing Range (WTR) at the Sonmiani Firing Range for munitions testing purposes....
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Turkey test-fires HİSAR-A short-range SAM
Bilal Khan
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Feb 4, 2018
The Turkish Ministry of Defence announced that Roketsan and Aselsan successfully test-fired the jointly-developed HİSAR-A short-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system on 01 February 2018....
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Pakistan will participate in SCO ‘Peace Mission 2018’ exercise
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2018
According to Pakistan’s Ambassador to Russia, Kazi Khalilullah, says that Pakistan will participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) exercise ‘Peace Mission 2018’ in September....
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Ukraine test-fires new cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2018
UkrOboronProm announced that one of its companies, the State Kyiv Design Bureau (DKBB) “Luch” successfully test-fired a new cruise missile from land....
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Pakistan’s Defence Minister looks to Russia and China for new arms
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2018
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Khurram Dastgir Khan said that Pakistan is engaging with Russia for the supply of new military hardware....
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TAI Hürkuş B trainer prototype deliveries to start in June 2018
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2018
Turkey’s Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) announced that deliveries of Hürkuş B trainer prototypes will commence from June 2018....
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Russia to increase efforts to export miniature submarines
Bilal Khan
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Jan 28, 2018
Rosoboronexport is stepping-up its efforts to market and export miniature diesel-electric and air-independent propulsion (AIP) submarines....
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Indonesia reportedly looking for additional fighters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 28, 2018
As part of its defence modernization efforts, Indonesia is reportedly defining a new fighter requirement that could amount to a multi-billion-dollar bid....
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AVIC to launch new Wing Loong UAV variant in 2018
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2018
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China will launch a new variant of the Wing Loong I – i.e. Wing Loong ID – UAV in 2018 for prospective export customers....
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Qatar reportedly planning to procure S-400 SAM from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2018
Qatar’s Ambassador to Russia was quoted stating that Doha was in “advanced negotiations” with Moscow for the S-400 long-range air defence system...
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Pakistan looks to maritime reform and industry development
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2018
Speaking to the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Pakistan’s Chief of Naval Staff Adm. Zafar Mahmood Abbasi called for government reforms and industry development to up maritime economic activity....
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General Atomics demonstrates SATCOM-enabled UAV launch and recovery
Bilal Khan
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Jan 23, 2018
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems announced that it successfully demonstrated its Automatic Takeoff & Landing Capability (ATLC) using SATCOM...
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Russia reportedly begins delivering S-400 systems to China
Bilal Khan
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Jan 21, 2018
Russia has reportedly begun delivering Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile systems to China, the launch export customer of the S-400....
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Aselsan begins production of airburst ammunition for Korkut SPAAG
Bilal Khan
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Jan 21, 2018
Aselsan has begun the serial production of 35-mm airburst rounds for the Aselsan Korkut self-propelled anti-air gun (SPAAG) systems ordered by Turkey....
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Russia willing to support Pakistan’s counterinsurgency efforts
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2018
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterated Moscow’s willingness to support Pakistan’s counterinsurgency and counter-terrorism efforts, including the supply of arms....
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Qatar increases Hawk trainer purchase from BAE Systems
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2018
Qatar has increased its Hawk lead-in fighter-trainer (LIFT) order from BAE Systems from six to nine aircraft, adding to its multi-billion aircraft purchase from the UK....
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Technical, tactical and political: Developments in defense logistics for 2018
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Jan 16, 2018
By Evan Butler-Jones Director, Defense Product Line, Aviation & Defense Business Unit, IFS With ever-evolving equipment, budgets and geo-political landscapes, military organizations are having to constantly stay on top of technical, tactical and political developments happening in...
Aselsan, Roketsan & TÜBİTAK SAGE sign onto Turkey’s air defence program
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2018
Aselsan has signed accords with fellow Turkish companies Roketsan and TÜBİTAK SAGE to implement the long-range air defence program commissioned by the SSM...
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Indonesia and Turkey to collaborate on developing drones
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2018
PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) says it will collaborate with Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) to develop unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). ...
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Ukraine’s UkrOboronProm begins reform process
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2018
UkrOboronProm announced that it has begun the “practical stage” of its reform and restructuring process to attract invest and engage in partnerships....
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J-20 put through combat exercises with other PLAAF fighters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2018
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) announced that the Chengdu J-20 participated in exercises with PLAAF J-10C and J-16s....
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Malyshev Plant delivers 6TD-2 engine kits to Pakistan for al-Khalid I
Bilal Khan
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Jan 14, 2018
UkrOboronProm announced that the Malyshev Plant delivered a batch of engine kits to Pakistan’s Heavy Industries Taxila for the al-Khalid I main battle tank....
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Nigeria receives second batch of Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jan 14, 2018
The Nigerian Air Force has received the second and final batch of Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex....
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Ukraine touting indigenous aviation development progress
Bilal Khan
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Jan 11, 2018
UkrOboronProm is promoting the progress Antonov made through 2017 with the An-132D and the promise of reviving the An-70...
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Turkish Government invites bids for F-35 system integration contract
Bilal Khan
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Jan 10, 2018
The Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) has invited bids for integrating the F-35 Lightning II to the Turkey’s Air Force Information System (HVBS)...
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Possible MALE UAV concepts at Pakistan’s Aviation Design Institute
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2018
In a promotional video for the breaking-ground event of the Air University Aerospace and Aviation campus in Kamra, Pakistan showed-off drone design concepts....
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NORINCO VT4 in Pakistan for trials
Bilal Khan
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Jan 8, 2018
Photos emerged of a NORINCO VT4 main battle tank (MBT) in Pakistan, ostensibly for trials for a MBT requirement which could also feature an Oplot-P unit....
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Saudi Arabia could claim FS56 FAC it originally planned for Lebanon
Bilal Khan
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Jan 8, 2018
Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to taking-over the CMN FS56 fast attack craft it had originally bought for the Lebanese Navy....
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Nigeria budgets additional payment for JF-17 order from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jan 7, 2018
In its federal budget proposal for 2018, Nigeria has allocated $15 million U.S. as a payment for an order for three JF-17 fighters from Pakistan....
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Eurosam and Aselsan, Roketsan sign agreement to conduct study for Turkey’s national long-range SAM program
Bilal Khan
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Jan 7, 2018
Eurosam finalized an agreement with Aselsan and Roketsan to conduct an 18-month study to define Turkey’s national long-range air defence system ...
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Pakistan test-fires Harba anti-ship cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Jan 3, 2018
The Pakistan Navy announced that it has successfully test-fired the ‘Harba’ anti-ship cruise missile (ASCM) from the Azmat-class fast attack craft (FAC) PNS Himmat...
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Chengdu Wing Loong II successfully engages five targets in one sortie
Bilal Khan
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Jan 3, 2018
China announced that the Chengdu Aircraft Design & Research Institute (CADI) Wing Loong II drone engaged in five targets in succession in one sortie...
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Pakistan breaks ground on Air University campus in Kamra
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2018
Pakistan performed the ground-breaking ceremony of the Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus in Kamra under the Aviation City Complex initiative...
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Turkey and Russia formally ink S-400 deal
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2018
Turkey and Russia have formally concluded a deal to procure an S-400 long-range air defence system with an option for one more....
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Chengdu reportedly achieves milestone in JF-17 Block-III development
Bilal Khan
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Jan 1, 2018
The Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group (CAIG) reportedly pushed the JF-17 Block-III through the ‘preliminary design stage’ ...
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Pakistan approves Gwadar Shipyard program
Bilal Khan
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Dec 31, 2017
The Pakistani government has greenlit the construction of a new shipyard in Gwadar, the country’s new deep-sea port in the Arabian Sea....
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Aselsan signs-on to equip Antonov aircraft with avionics
Bilal Khan
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Dec 31, 2017
Ukraine’s Antonov and Turkey’s Aselsan have signed agreements to integrate Aselsan’s electronics to Antonov’s aircraft, such as the An-132D....
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Pakistan Air Force inaugurates new air base – PAF Bholari
Bilal Khan
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Dec 25, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) formally inaugurated its new air base, PAF Bholari, on December 25....
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Pakistan Senate Committee calls for shipbuilding growth
Bilal Khan
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Dec 21, 2017
The Pakistani Senate’s Standing Committee on Defence Production called for an expansion to Pakistan’s shipbuilding infrastructure through Gwadar....
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Embraer KC-390 MRTT reaches initial operational capability (IOC)
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2017
Embraer announced that its KC-390 multi-role tanker and transport (MRTT) aircraft has reached IOC with the Brazilian Air Force....
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Finland approves €223 m for arming Hamina FAC with torpedoes
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2017
The Finnish Ministry of Defence cleared €223 m for upgrading the Finnish Navy’s Hamina-class fast attack crafts (FAC) with anti-submarine warfare torpedoes....
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Indonesia receives first AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2017
The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) took delivery of its first Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopter on December 18....
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New Saudi-Turkish company SADEC shows product range
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2017
Established by Aselsan and Taqnia, the newly inaugurated Saudi Defence Electronics Company (SADEC) is offering Aselsan electronics solutions....
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Bangladesh releases RFP for MALE UAV
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2017
The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) released a request-for-proposals (RFP) for a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)....
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Qatar reveals itself as Nurol Makina NMS 4×4 user
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2017
The Qatar Armed Forces have revealed themselves as the overseas launch user of Nurol Makina’s NMS 4x4 light armoured vehicle....
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TAI lists official specifications of next-gen fighter TFX
Bilal Khan
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Dec 17, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has listed the official specifications of its next-generation fighter program, the National Combat Aircraft TFX....
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India commissions first Scorpene submarine – INS Kalvari
Bilal Khan
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Dec 17, 2017
On December 14 the Indian Navy commissioned the first of six DCNS Scorpene diesel-electric submarines (SSK) – the INS Kalvari....
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KPE delivers Arlan MRAP vehicles to Kazakh Special Forces
Bilal Khan
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Dec 14, 2017
Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering (KPE), a joint-venture between Paramount Group and Kazakhstan Engineering, delivered a batch of Arlan armoured vehicles...
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Bahrain National Guard and Pakistan Army agree to joint-exercise
Bilal Khan
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Dec 14, 2017
The Bahrain National Guard and the Pakistan Army signed a memorandum-of-understanding to undertake a joint counter-terrorism exercise in Bahrain....
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STM says it is nearing MILGEM sales in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 13, 2017
Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret AŞ (STM) says that its negotiations with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in advanced stages....
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Turkey contracts Kale Aero to develop miniature turbojet for missiles
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretariat of Defence Industries (SSM) has contracted Kale Aero to develop a miniature turbojet engine for cruise missiles....
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Indonesia begins receiving final batch of used F-16 fighters
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2017
The Indonesian Air Force received four of six final ex-USAF Block-25 F-16C/Ds on Tuesday, December 12. Two were grounded in Hawaii due to engine trouble....
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Second JF-17B prototype now flying
Bilal Khan
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Dec 11, 2017
The second prototype of the twin-seat variant of the JF-17 Thunder – designated JF-17B – is now undergoing flight tests in China...
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Ukraine’s Iskra to begin testing 80K6T air surveillance radar
Bilal Khan
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Dec 11, 2017
UkrOboronProm’s Iskra bureau will begin testing its 80K6T S-band active-phased array ground-based air-surveillance radar....
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Qatar inks $8 billion US deal for 24 Typhoon fighters from UK
Bilal Khan
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Dec 10, 2017
Qatar has inked an $8 billion U.S. (£6 billion) deal for 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters from BAE Systems. Deliveries will start in 2022....
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GD-OTS receives $3.1 m contract for Pakistan AH-1Z program
Bilal Khan
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Dec 10, 2017
The DoD has awarded a $3.1 million contract to General Dynamics-OTS Inc. to supply A/A49E-7(V4) gun turrets for Pakistan’s AH-1Z Viper ...
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Pakistan collaborating with China on next-gen fighter
Bilal Khan
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Dec 7, 2017
Pakistan’s Air Chief announced that Pakistan was collaborating with China on its next-generation fighter, which could materialize in five years....
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Qatar exercises option for 12 additional Dassault Rafale
Bilal Khan
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Dec 7, 2017
The Qatari government has exercised its option for 12 additional Dassault Rafale multi-role fighters, increasing its slotted Rafale fleet to 36...
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STM showcases modified MILGEM CF3500 for Colombia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2017
Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik (STM) is proposing a modified MILGEM design in the CF3500 frigate for the Colombian Navy...
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Aselsan successfully tests AHS-120 mortar launch system
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2017
Aselsan announced on December 05 that it has successfully test-fired from its AHS-120 – renamed ALKAR - automated mortar firing system....
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KSEW launches 600-ton patrol boat for Pakistan Maritime Security Agency
Bilal Khan
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Dec 5, 2017
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KSEW) launched a 600-ton Maritime Patrol Vessel (MPV) for the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency for sea trials....
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Pakistan proposes joint defence production with Turkey and Azerbaijan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 5, 2017
Pakistan, Turkey and Azerbaijan held a trilateral foreign ministers meeting on November 30 in a bid to enhance relations between the three countries....
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Turkey reportedly laying basis for satellite launch vehicle program
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2017
The Turkish Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Communications is preparing to launch a national satellite launch vehicle (SLV) program in 2018...
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Possible details of Pakistan’s frigate purchase from China
Bilal Khan
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Dec 3, 2017
The commanding officer of a Pakistan Navy frigate on a goodwill visit to China told Shanghai TV that the Pakistan Navy will procure the Type 054A frigate from China. The Zulfiqar-class (F-22P) frigate PNS Saif was...
HIT underperforming relative to capacity, requests changes
Bilal Khan
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Dec 3, 2017
In a Pakistani Senate hearing, Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) outlined that it was producing 18 al-Khalid tanks per year out of an annual capacity of 50....
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UAE moves to upgrade Mirage 2000-9’s strike capabilities
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2017
The United Arab Emirates’ Mirage 2000-9s will reportedly be upgraded with the Thales RDY-3 radar and TALIOS targeting pod...
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Philippines orders six A-29 Super Tucano from Embraer
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2017
Brazilian aviation giant Embraer announced that it has received a firm order from the Philippine Air Force for six A-29 Super Tucano close air support (CAS) aircraft. In its press release, Embraer states, “After a comprehensive...
Qatar ready to sign Typhoon, Hawk contract with UK
Bilal Khan
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Nov 29, 2017
Qatar has reportedly finalized talks with the U.K. for the purchase of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon and six BAE Hawk aircraft. Doha is ready to sign a contract....
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Target date for TFX’s first flight still set at 2023
Bilal Khan
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Nov 28, 2017
Speaking to reporters, Turkish Defence Minister Nurettin Canikli reiterated that the TFX 5th-generation fighter is still slotted to begin flying in 2023...
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HIT leadership meets with Polish Armaments Group (PGZ)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 28, 2017
Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) Chairman Lt. Gen. Muhammad Naeem Ashraf led a HIT delegation to visit Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) on November 28...
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DEPO: Pakistan needs coherent policy on defence exports
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2017
Pakistan’s Defence Export Promotion Organization (DEPO) is jointly hosting a two-day seminar with the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI). Titled, “Pakistan’s Defence Industry: Export Potential, Challenges and Prospects,” the seminar aims to pose and address central...
Turkey invites five companies to bid on Altay MBT engine development
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2017
The Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) invited five companies to bid on the Altay main battle tank’s engine development program...
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Pakistan nearing finalization of T129, MILGEM from Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Nov 26, 2017
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production (MoDP) Rana Tanveer Hussain paid an official two-day visit (24-26 November) to Turkey in a bid to review ongoing bilateral defence programs. The MoDP had met with Turkey’s Minister of National...
Pakistan Air Force Chief meets Polish Armaments Group (PGZ)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 26, 2017
On November 24 the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman conducted an official visit to Polish Armaments Group (Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa: PGZ) to discuss bilateral industrial cooperation...
New CSIC submarine models show China’s growing design prowess
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2017
CSIC recently revealed three new single-hull teardrop submarine designs, showcasing its Chinese submarine design improvements...
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Philippines aims to procure 23 attack helicopters in 2018
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2017
In a speech, the Philippines’ President Rodrigo Duterte outlined his government’s intentions to acquire attack helicopters for close air support...
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Pakistan orders SharpEye radar for second Agosta 90B submarine
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2017
The Pakistan Navy has issued U.K.-based Kelvin Hughes an order for a SharpEye I-band pulse-Doppler radar to equip its second upgraded Agosta 90B submarine...
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Indian Air Force successfully test-fires BrahMos ALCM from Su-30MKI
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2017
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully test-fired the BrahMos supersonic-cruising air-launched cruise missile (ALCM) from the Su-30MKI...
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KLJ-7A: Proposed AESA radar for JF-17 undergoing tests
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2017
CCTV News footage shows the Nanjing Research Institute of Electronics Technology KLJ-7A undergoing tests with the China Flight Test Establishment...
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US officials contemplating Turkey’s F-35 involvement in light of S-400
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2017
U.S. officials hinted at examining options for Turkey’s participation in the F-35 program in light of Ankara’s decision to acquire S-400 air defence systems...
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Pakistani delegation visited Poland to discuss potential assault rifle program
Bilal Khan
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Nov 20, 2017
A Pakistani delegation including Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Chairman Lt. Gen. Umar Farooq Durrani visited Poland to discuss small arms...
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Saudi Arabia reportedly in talks for TAI Anka drones
Bilal Khan
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Nov 19, 2017
Saudi Arabia is reportedly negotiating with Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) for six Anka medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drones...
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Turkey reportedly interested in helicopter carrier HMS Ocean
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2017
The Turkish government is reportedly interested in acquiring the helicopter carrier HMS Ocean, which is due for decommissioning from the Royal Navy...
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Bangladesh releases RFP for standard light armoured vehicle platform
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2017
Bangladesh’s Directorate General of Defence Purchase (DGDP) has released a request-for-proposal for a standard light armoured vehicle (LAV) platform...
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Russia looks to the Middle East for new and returning defence markets
Bilal Khan
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Nov 15, 2017
With its array of big-ticket defence solutions, Moscow is working to secure new markets in the Middle East as well as rebuild ties with legacy buyers...
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Industry positions counterinsurgency solutions at Dubai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2017
Airbus Defence & Space, Leonardo and IOMAX are pitching various solutions for asymmetrical combat operations, such as counterinsurgency...
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Pakistan aiming to produce commercial commuter aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) is reportedly intending to produce commercial aircraft (of 10-30 passengers) for domestic air travel demand...
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UkrOboronProm showcases An-132D and An-70 at Dubai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
Antonov, which is under UkrOboronProm, is showcasing the An-70 medium-heavy airlifter and An-132D light transport and utility aircraft at the 2017 Dubai Air Show. The An-132D is a collaborative effort between Antonov and Saudi Arabia’s King...
UAE seeking F-35, also signs for F-16 upgrades and in talks for Su-35
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
The United Arab Emirates has signed a $1.6 billion U.S. order for upgrades for its fleet of F-16E/F Block-60. It is also in talks with Russia for the Su-35....
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UAE’s Calidus LLC showcases B-250 counterinsurgency attack aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
Abu Dhabi-based Calidus LLC is showcasing its B-250 counterinsurgency (COIN) turboprop attack aircraft at the 2017 Dubai Air Show...
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First JF-17 will undergo major overhaul at AVIC
Bilal Khan
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Nov 12, 2017
China Aviation News (CAN) reports that the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) received a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighter at its Aircraft Maintenance Factory in Chengfei for major overhaul on November 07....
Turkey confirms that it has signed for and ordered the S-400
Bilal Khan
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Nov 12, 2017
Turkey’s Minister of Defence Nurettin Canikli announced that Ankara had ordered the S-400 long-range air defence system from Russia...
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Vector Aerospace restores Sea King helicopters for Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2017
The Pakistan Navy will soon receive three refurbished Sea King – i.e. two HC.4 and one HAR3A – helicopters from Vector Aerospace...
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UAE orders two DCNS Gowind 2500 corvettes
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ordered two Gowind 2500 corvettes from the French shipbuilder DCNS...
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Turkey pitches T129, Anka and Hürkuş for Southeast Asian requirements
Bilal Khan
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Nov 8, 2017
In its bid to secure markets in East Asia, Turkish Aerospace Industries is reportedly drawing interest from Bangladesh for the TAI T129, Anka and Hürkuş...
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Malaysia raises requirement for new maritime patrol aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Nov 8, 2017
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) will evaluate options for an active requirement of four new maritime patrol aircraft (MPA)...
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Malaysia reportedly mulling lightweight fighter options
Bilal Khan
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Nov 7, 2017
The Royal Malaysian Air Force is reportedly examining the possibility of acquiring a lightweight fighter to complement its F/A-18D and Su-30MKM fleets...
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India successfully test-fires Nirbhay land-attack cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Nov 7, 2017
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully test-fired its Nirbhay sub-sonic cruise missile on Tuesday, November 07...
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Turkey deliberates over defence development programs worth $5 billion
Bilal Khan
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Nov 6, 2017
Turkey’s Defence Industry Executive Committee (SSİK) has approved 22 defence industry programs – worth $5 billion U.S. – for development...
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Romania will acquire locally-built Airbus H215 Super Puma helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Nov 6, 2017
The Romanian government has announced that it will acquire Airbus Helicopters H215 Super Puma helicopters from Airbus’ Brasov plant...
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MKEK registers first exports of MPT-76 assault rifle
Bilal Khan
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Nov 5, 2017
Turkey’s Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKEK) announced that it registered its first overseas sales for its MPT-76 assault rifle...
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HAL will source 70% of Tejas production work to Indian private sector
Bilal Khan
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Nov 5, 2017
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will outsource nearly 70% of the Tejas multi-role fighter’s production work to India’s private sector...
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South Africa and Pakistan commit to strengthening defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Nov 3, 2017
Following her first meetings in Pakistan, South Africa’s Minister of Public Enterprises called for co-production and transfer-of-technology initiatives...
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Ukroboronprom undertakes marketing push for Antonov An-178 airlifter
Bilal Khan
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Nov 3, 2017
Ukroboronprom is marketing the Antonov An-178 military transport aircraft to prospective customers, especially in the Middle East...
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Pakistan’s POF requests $250 m to modernize manufacturing facilities
Bilal Khan
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Nov 2, 2017
Firearms and ammunition maker Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) requested $250 m U.S. over the next five years to modernize its manufacturing facilities...
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Indonesia receives second SIGMA 10514 frigate
Bilal Khan
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Nov 2, 2017
The Indonesian Navy took delivery of its second SIGMA 10514 Perusak Kawal Rudal (PKR)-class frigate from PT PAL on Monday, October 30...
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Ansat lightweight helicopter undergoing promotional trials in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2017
Russian Helicopters Group is demonstrating the Kazan Helicopters Ansat lightweight helicopter in Pakistan under hot-temperature conditions...
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Indonesia will ink Su-35 Flanker-E fighter deal in November
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2017
Indonesia’s Minister of Defence Ryamizard Ryacudu announced that the Indonesian government will ink its purchase of 11 Su-35 fighters in November...
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Pakistani delegation on official visit to Czech Republic
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2017
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain is on an official visit to the Czech Republic, aiming to promote Pakistan’s defence industry...
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Top South African delegation visiting Pakistan to discuss defence
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2017
South Africa’s Minister of Public Enterprises Lynne Brown is leading a delegation of industry officials – including Denel Group – to Pakistan from November 1-3...
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Pakistan orders two corvettes from US-based Swiftships
Bilal Khan
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Oct 31, 2017
According to Swiftships CEO Shehraze Shah, the Pakistan Navy placed an order for two 75 m Swift Corvettes from the Louisana-based shipbuilder...
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Pakistan concludes multi-national air exercise ACES MEET 2017
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has concluded its first locally-hosted multi-national air exercise – ACES MEET 2017 – on Saturday, October 28...
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Turkey’s Nurol and Uzbekistan’s UzAuto agree to produce 1,000 4×4 armoured vehicles
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2017
Nurol Makina and UzAuto have signed a memorandum-of-understanding on October 26 to co-produce 1,000 Nurol Makina Ejder Yalçın 4x4 armoured vehicles...
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Pakistan and Italy commit to strengthening defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Oct 29, 2017
The Pakistani defence minister was on an official visit to Italy, during which Italy’s Deputy Secretary General of Defence led a delegation to Pakistan...
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Rolls-Royce aiming to secure TFX engine development contract
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2017
The British propulsion giant Rolls-Royce is aiming to secure the engine development contract for Turkey’s next-generation fighter, the TFX...
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The U.K. could put Royal Navy Type 23 frigates for sale
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2017
The U.K. could put up to five Royal Navy Duke-class Type 23 frigates for sale. Officials have reportedly engaged Brazil and Chile on the issue...
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Qatar and Russia sign defence cooperation agreement
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2017
Qatar’s Minister of State for Defence Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah signed a MoU with Russia’s Defence Ministry Sergey Shoygu in Doha....
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Amid restructuring concerns, Fábrica Argentina de Aviones SA seeks partner for Pampa III
Bilal Khan
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Oct 25, 2017
With the Argentinian government warning of a possible restructuring, the state-run company FAdeA is seeking buyers for its Pampa III trainer aircraft...
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Indian Air Force reportedly not keen on PAK-FA
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2017
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly pushing for India’s withdrawal from the PAK-FA 5th-generation fighter program with Russia...
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Turkey touts indigenous drone efforts with Anka and new projects
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2017
The Turkish government is promoting the progress it has made in the development and production of unmanned aerial vehicles, such as the Anka...
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Pakistani Prime Minister confirms T129 and MILGEM talks with Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Oct 22, 2017
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi confirmed that negotiations for the T129 and MILGEM were taking place with Turkey....
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Egypt reportedly mulling optional Rafale and Gowind 2500 purchases
Bilal Khan
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Oct 22, 2017
Egypt is reportedly planning to exercise its optional clauses for 12 additional Rafale fighters and two Gowind 2500 corvettes from France...
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Egypt receives Gowind 2500 corvette and Type 209 submarine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2017
Egypt’s first Gowind 2500 corvette and second Type 209 diesel-electric submarine arrived at a naval base in Alexandria on Wednesday, October 19...
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Denel provides updates on A-Darter and Marlin programs
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2017
In its most recent financial report, Denel Group has outlined its progress in preparing the A-Darter for production and developing the Marlin missile...
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Bahrain inks F-16 deal, expresses interest in S-400 air defence system
Bilal Khan
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Oct 17, 2017
Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad El Khalifa, the Commander of Bahrain’s Royal Guard, announced that Bahrain is negotiating with Russia for the S-400...
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Cavalier Group unveils Hamza 6×6 Multi-Role Combat Vehicle
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2017
Pakistan’s Cavalier Group revealed the Hamza 6x6 Multi-Role Combat Vehicle (MCV) at the 2017 Bahrain International Defence Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC)...
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Turkish Navy announces successful test-fire of Atmaca anti-ship missile
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2017
The Turkish Navy’s technical head Admiral Ahmet Çakır announced that the Atmaca anti-ship missile had undergone a successful maiden test firing...
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Turkey completes development of engine for Anka UAV
Bilal Khan
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Oct 15, 2017
Tusaş Engine Industries (TEI) has completed the development of its PD170 turboprop engine for the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Anka drone...
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Ukraine touts locally-built AR-15 assault rifle variant – M4-WAC-47
Bilal Khan
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Oct 15, 2017
Ukroboronprom showcased its locally built variant of the M4 – the M4-WAC-47 – which the Ukrainian MoD intends to induct as part of its alignment with NATO...
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Saudi troops arrive in Pakistan for al-Samsam 6 exercise
Bilal Khan
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Oct 12, 2017
Soldiers of the Saudi Land Forces have arrived in Pakistan to participate in a joint military exercise – designated al-Samsam 6 – next week...
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Pakistan and Ukraine commit to strengthening defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Oct 11, 2017
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain is in Kiev to attend the defence exhibition Arms and Security 2017....
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Turkey accepts MİLDAR millimetric wave radar for T129 ATAK
Bilal Khan
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Oct 11, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretariat of Defence Industries (SSM) has formally accepted the Meteksan MİLDAR millimetric wave radar for the T129 ATAK attack helicopter...
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Qatar requests six BAE Hawk trainers to accompany Typhoon
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2017
As part of its letter-of-intent (LOI) to acquire 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, Qatar also requested six Hawk trainers from BAE...
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Aselsan signs $44 m sale of communications equipment to Ukraine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2017
Turkey’s Aselsan has signed a $43.6 million U.S. sale for communications systems to Ukraine’s state-owned UkroBoronProm...
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Kawasaki Heavy Industries to market C-2 transport to the Middle East
Bilal Khan
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Oct 9, 2017
Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries will market the C-2 heavy transport aircraft to Middle Eastern markets, such as the UAE...
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Indonesia displays Kaplan MT medium-weight tank
Bilal Khan
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Oct 9, 2017
The Indonesian Army officially displayed its newly developed Kaplan MT Modern Medium Weight Tank (MMWT) last week during an official military parade...
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Outgoing Pakistan Navy Chief reveals new frigate purchase from China and ‘Harba’ missile
Bilal Khan
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Oct 8, 2017
The outgoing Pakistan Navy (PN) Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah outlined the PN’s modernization efforts, including a new frigate program...
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US State Department approves THAAD sale to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Oct 8, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a $15 billion U.S. sale of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) system to Saudi Arabia...
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Saudi Arabia opts for S-400 and other Russian weaponry
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2017
Saudi Arabia has begun negotiations for the S-400 long-range air defence system along with TOS-1A MRLS, AGS-30 AGLs and Kornet-EM ATGMs...
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Pakistan affirms plans to deploy earth observation satellite in 2018
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2017
Pakistan’s SUPARCO has confirmed that it will launch the Pakistan Remote Sensing Satellite (PRSS) in March 2018. It will join the PakSat-1R....
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Turkish defence industry head reveals T129 ATAK-2 program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretary for Defence Industries (SSM) İsmail Demir outlined plans for an improved variant of the T129 attack helicopter – ATAK-2...
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Leonardo AW189K flying with new Safran Aneto engine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2017
Leonardo and Safran Helicopter Engines announced that the Leonardo AW189K has been integrated with Safran’s newly launched Aneto turboshaft engine...
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UAE reportedly planning to sign Su-35 contract in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly planning to sign on for a squadron (or more) of Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia...
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Pakistan appoints new Chief of Naval Staff
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2017
The Government of Pakistan has appointed Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi to the position of Chief of Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah...
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited begins IPO process
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2017
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has begun the process of launching an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for partial privatization ...
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Russia confirms receiving Turkey’s S-400 deposit
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2017
The Russian presidential aide, Vladimir Kozhin, confirmed that Russia received Turkey’s deposit for S-400 long-range air defence systems...
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Chengdu J-20 enters service with the PLAAF
Bilal Khan
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Oct 1, 2017
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) officially inducted the Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group (CAIG J-20 on September 26...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries announces new aviation programs
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2017
TAI’s General Manager Temel Kotil announced that the company has begun work on a heavyweight T129 ATAK, new advanced trainer and others...
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Pakistan and UK relaunch Defence Technical Cooperation agreement
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2017
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have ‘revived’ an earlier memorandum-of-understanding (MoU) on Defence Technical Cooperation...
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Sierra Nevada Corp. and TAI progress with T-X Freedom Trainer development
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2017
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) have disclosed images of the prototype of their T-X proposal – the Freedom Trainer...
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Pakistan and Azerbaijan discuss defence cooperation opportunities
Bilal Khan
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Sep 25, 2017
On his official visit to Azerbaijan, Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman promised the timely delivery of Super Mushshak and briefed his counterparts on opportunities...
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Pakistani troops in Russia for bilateral exercise “Friendship 2017”
Bilal Khan
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Sep 24, 2017
Pakistani soldiers arrived in Russia on September 23 to participate in a bilateral exercise with their counterparts in Russia...
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Pakistan Air Force leadership invites private sector to invest aviation ventures
Bilal Khan
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Sep 22, 2017
Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman urged the private sector to invest in Pakistan’s aviation efforts at the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry...
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Pakistan Air Force officials outline Erieye AEW&C recovery process
Bilal Khan
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Sep 22, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) leading engineering officers outlined the process the PAF undertook to repair two damaged Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C aircraft...
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Saab receives Giraffe 1X AESA radar order from undisclosed customer
Bilal Khan
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Sep 21, 2017
Saab announced that it has received an order for its Giraffe 1X AESA radar. It has not disclosed the customer, quantity or value of the deal....
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Heavy Industries Taxila outlines plans for modernization and growth
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2017
Pakistan’s primary supplier of armoured vehicles, Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), will modernize its facilities to boost efficiency and reduce costs...
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Afghanistan receives first Black Hawk helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Sep 19, 2017
The Afghan Air Force (AAF) has received its first four (of 53) UH-60A Black Hawk transport and utility helicopters from the United States...
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HIT progressing with al Khalid-I main battle tank production
Bilal Khan
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Sep 18, 2017
Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) recently revealed that it was manufacturing al Khalid-I main battle tanks (MBT) for the Pakistan Army...
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Saab launches Arexis electronic warfare suite for Gripen E/F
Bilal Khan
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Sep 18, 2017
At DSEI 2017, Saab launched its Arexis electronic warfare (EW) suite for fighter aircraft, including the JAS-39E/F Gripen multi-role fighter...
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Qatar signs letter-of-intent to acquire 24 Eurofighter Typhoons
Bilal Khan
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Sep 17, 2017
The respective defence ministries of Qatar and the United Kingdom have signed a letter-of-intent for the sale of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters to Qatar...
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China and Russia make progress in Advanced Heavy Lift helicopter talks
Quwa Team
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Sep 17, 2017
Russian Helicopters and Avicopter have agreed on technical responsibilities and workshare for the Advanced Heavy Lift (AHL) helicopter program...
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Pakistan seeking growth in defence ties with the UK
Bilal Khan
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Sep 14, 2017
On his official visit to the U.K., Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain had called for growth in bilateral defence relations...
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Bangladesh selects Leonardo Seaspray AESA radar for MPA
Quwa Team
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Sep 14, 2017
The Bangladesh Navy selected Leonardo Seaspray 5000E AESA radars for its new-built Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft (MPA)....
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Airbus entrusts Romania’s IAR to market and produce H215M Super Puma transport helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Sep 13, 2017
Airbus Helicopters has assigned Romania’s IAR to market and manufacture the H215M Super Puma helicopter for Romanian and overseas markets...
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Saab introduces ‘Gripen Aggressor’ DACT platform
Bilal Khan
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Sep 12, 2017
Saab has introduced a new variant of the JAS-39C Gripen in the ‘Gripen Aggressor’ dissimilar air combat training (DACT) platform...
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Erdogan: Turkey has finalized S-400 purchase, placed deposit
Bilal Khan
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Sep 12, 2017
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan revealed to Turkish journalists that Ankara has already paid a deposit for the purchase of S-400 systems from Russia...
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Turkish defence vendor Baykar Makina announces plans to develop 4.5-ton jet-powered UAV
Bilal Khan
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Sep 11, 2017
Baykar Makina’s technical manager Selçuk Bayraktar announced that the company will develop a jet-powered 4.5-ton unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)...
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Pakistan and Kazakhstan agree to expand defence production ties
Bilal Khan
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Sep 11, 2017
In a high-level meeting with the countries’ leaders, Pakistan and Kazakhstan agreed to strengthen relations in several areas, including defence production...
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Pakistan and China commence Shaheen VI joint air-exercise
Quwa Team
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Sep 10, 2017
Shaheen VI is the sixth iteration of the bilateral air exercise between the PAF and PLAAF. It began on September 7 and will conclude on September 27...
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U.S. State Department approves $3.8 billion F-16V and F-16V-upgrade sale to Bahrain
Quwa Team
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Sep 10, 2017
The State Department approved $2.79 billion & $1.08 billion sales for 19 new-built Lockheed Martin F-16V and 20 F-16V upgrade kits to Bahrain, respectively...
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VOP CZ and NIMR showcase ‘winterized’ AJBAN 440A for Europe
Quwa Team
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Sep 7, 2017
The UAE’s NIMR Automotive and Czech auto-manufacturer VOP CZ unveil the “winterized” variant of NIMR’s AJBAN 440A armoured vehicle...
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UK outlines steps for affordable, export-friendly Type 31e frigate
Bilal Khan
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Sep 7, 2017
Under the newly announced National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSbS), the UK has outlined industry and procurement policy steps affordably grow its fleet...
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Pakistan and Poland commit to enhancing defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Sep 6, 2017
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production and Poland’s Minister of National Defence have committed to strengthening bilateral defence ties...
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US issues $1.38 billion contract for 150 MD-530F for Afghanistan & FMS customers
Bilal Khan
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Sep 6, 2017
The U.S. Defense Department has issued a $1.38 billion U.S. contract for 150 MD Helicopters MD-530F lightweight utility helicopters for Afghanistan...
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Denel Group working to replenish long-term order pipeline
Bilal Khan
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Sep 5, 2017
Denel Group SOC’s CEO Odwa Mhlwana admitted that Denel’s dwindling order book “is a cause for concern,” but affirmed efforts to secure new orders...
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India media report of successful ATAGS howitzer firing tests
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Sep 5, 2017
India media reports claim that the DRDO Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System’s (ATAGS) firing tests at Pokhran yielded “world-beating” records...
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Private Chinese company reportedly capable of producing single-crystal turbine blades for jet engines
Bilal Khan
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Sep 4, 2017
Chinese state-owned media report that Chengdu Aerospace Superalloy Technology Co. Ltd. (CAST) can mass-producing single-crystal turbine blades...
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Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production visiting Poland to attend MSPO 2017
Bilal Khan
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Sep 4, 2017
Minister of Defence Production (MoDP) Rana Tanveer Hussain is visiting Poland to attend the 25th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO)...
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Pakistan aspires for CPEC-driven aviation industry growth
Bilal Khan
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Sep 3, 2017
At a symposium, the Pakistani government, Pakistan Air Force and private sector set near-term aviation activities and long-term industry goals...
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Saab and Adani Group partner to promote Gripen in India
Bilal Khan
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Sep 3, 2017
Saab and Indian infrastructure business Adani Group have announced a partnership to promote the JAS-39E/F Gripen and other defence systems to India...
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UAE and Ukraine sign bilateral defence cooperation agreement
Quwa Team
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Aug 30, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ukraine signed a bilateral defence cooperation agreement outlining joint development in numerous areas...
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DRDO hands over first LRSAM to Indian Ministry of Defence
Quwa Team
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Aug 30, 2017
The Indian Ministry of Defence has received the first batch of Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (LRSAM) systems for the India Navy...
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Egypt will begin receiving Ka-52 attack helicopters by end of year
Quwa Team
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Aug 30, 2017
The Egyptian military is scheduled to receive its first 15 (of 46 ordered) Kamov Ka-52 ‘Alligator’ attack helicopters in 2017....
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Ukraine aims for parallel armed forces and defence industry modernization
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2017
The Ukrainian government has laid out its intent to see the modernization of its armed forces and defence industry to “the level of the 21st century.”...
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The Indian Air Force pushes for additional 36 Rafale fighters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 28, 2017
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is pushing for an additional 36 Dassault Rafale multi-role fighters to augment the 36 fighters on order...
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Russia has delivered Mi-35M assault helicopters to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 27, 2017
Pakistani officials have confirmed the delivery of four Russian Helicopters Mil Mi-35 assault helicopters from Russia. Raise possibility of more arms....
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Malaysia launches its first DCNS Gowind-based Littoral Combat Ship
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2017
Malaysia has launched its first DCNS Gowind-based Littoral Combat Ship for the Royal Malaysian Navy, the Maharaja Lela, on August 24...
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Kalashnikov signs letter-of-understanding with Pakistan’s POF
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2017
The Kalashnikov Concern and Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) have signed an agreement to promote small arms to Pakistan’s civilian market...
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Russian Helicopters rolls out first dual-control Mi-28UB attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2017
Russian Helicopters has rolled out the first Mi-28UB dual-control attack helicopter for the Russian Ministry of Defence on August 22...
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Korea Aerospace Industries pushes FA-50 against Gripen for Botswana combat aircraft bid
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2017
South Korea’s Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is pushing the FA-50 Golden Eagle against the JAS-39C/D Gripen for Botswana’s next-generation fighter bid...
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Indonesia Su-35 deal set at $1.14 billion US for 11 jets
Bilal Khan
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Aug 23, 2017
The value of Indonesia’s forthcoming purchase of 11 Sukhoi Su-35 fighters from Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation is set at $1.14 billion U.S....
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India begins search for 234 new naval helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 23, 2017
The Government of India has begun the process of procuring 123 anti-submarine warfare-capable naval multirole helicopters and 111 naval utility helicopters...
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Turkey begins prototype development of first indigenous satellite TÜRKSAT-6A
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2017
Turkey has begun the prototype phase of its first indigenous communications satellite, the TÜRKSAT-6A. The program is valued at $170 million U.S....
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Havelsan signs contract to supply Qatar with ‘Joint Warfare Center’
Bilal Khan
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Aug 21, 2017
Turkish defence electronics vendor Havelsan has signed a contract with the Qatar Armed Forces for the supply of a ‘Joint Warfare Center’...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex orders Portuguese Structural Health Management System
Bilal Khan
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Aug 21, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex has signed an agreement with Critical Materials to acquire its PRODDIA AERO 3.0-based Structural Health Management System ...
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Pakistan assumes command of maritime coalition CTF-150
Quwa Team
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Aug 18, 2017
The Pakistan Navy assumed command of the multinational maritime coalition Combined Task Force 150 (CTF-150) from the French Navy on August 17...
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New Delhi approves $654.6 m purchase for six Apache attack helicopters
Quwa Team
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Aug 17, 2017
India’s Ministry of Defence Production has approved a $654.6 million U.S. purchase for six Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters...
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Photos suggest nearing Pakistan Army AH-1Z Viper delivery
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2017
Photos of an apparent Pakistan Army Bell Helicopter AH-1Z Viper indicate that the first batch (of three helicopters) are nearing delivery...
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Pakistan inaugurates construction of Maritime Counter Terrorism Centre
Bilal Khan
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Aug 16, 2017
The Pakistan Navy has inaugurated the construction of a new Maritime Counter Terrorism Centre to provide training to military and law-enforcement arms...
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HAL test flies Jaguar DARIN III with EL/M-2052 AESA radar
Quwa Team
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Aug 14, 2017
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) conducted the maiden flight of the first EL/M-2052 AESA radar-equipped SEPECAT Jaguar DARIN III on August 10...
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Pakistan hopeful of strengthening defence ties with Azerbaijan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 10, 2017
Pakistan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Saeed Khan Mohmand reiterated Islamabad’s interest in strengthening defence ties with Baku...
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Ankara awards BMC contract for 529 armoured vehicles
Quwa Team
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Aug 9, 2017
The Turkish government has awarded the Turkish auto manufacturer BMC a contract for 529 tactical wheeled armoured vehicles...
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Unidentified Kratos UAV will enter production in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Aug 8, 2017
An unidentified Kratos-designed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) will enter production in 2017 for an undisclosed U.S. government agency...
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Mooring trials scheduled for China’s first indigenous aircraft carrier
Quwa Team
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Aug 8, 2017
China plans to conduct mooring trials for its first domestically designed and built aircraft carrier in September...
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Indonesia will trade commodities for Su-35 fighters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 7, 2017
Indonesia has signed an MoU with Russia’s Rostec to exchange Indonesian coffee, palm oil and other agriculture products for Sukhoi Su-35 fighters...
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US approves A-29 Super Tucano light combat aircraft sale to Nigeria
Bilal Khan
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Aug 6, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a $593 million U.S. sale of 12 Sierra Nevada A-29 Super Tucano close air support aircraft to Nigeria...
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Indian Defence Ministry Panel recommends PAK-FA involvement
Bilal Khan
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Aug 6, 2017
A panel appointed by the Indian Defence Ministry has recommended that New Delhi participate in the PAK-FA – i.e. Su-57 – stealth fighter program with Russia...
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Qatar inks $5.9 billion U.S. naval warship deal with Italy’s Fincantieri
Bilal Khan
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Aug 3, 2017
Qatar has inked a $5.9 billion U.S. deal for four corvettes, an amphibious landing platform dock and two offshore patrol vessels with Fincantieri...
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DRDO showcases BMP-2 based Muntra UGV
Bilal Khan
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Aug 3, 2017
DRDO has showcased its newly developed Muntra unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) for operations in specific high-threat conditions...
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Turkey’s STM completes training programs in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 1, 2017
Turkish defence contractor STM announced that its learning branch STM Academy completed two training programs in Pakistan in support of PAC...
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Pakistan will send 19 aircraft for air exercise in China
Bilal Khan
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Aug 1, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) will send 19 of its aircraft for an air exercise – Shaheen VI – in China. This will be its largest force detachment to date...
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Indonesia will acquire 11 Su-35 Flanker-E fighters from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Aug 1, 2017
Indonesian Defence Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu announced that Jakarta will procure 11 Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia...
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Afghanistan will take on flight line maintenance of A-29 combat aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 31, 2017
The Afghan Air Force requested to assume full responsibility for flight line maintenance of the Sierra Nevada A-29 Super Tucano ...
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Pakistan commissions third Azmat-class missile boat – PNS Himmat
Bilal Khan
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Jul 30, 2017
The Pakistan Navy has commissioned its third Azmat-class fast attack craft (FAC) – the PNS Himmat – which also features an ‘indigenous missile system’...
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Turkey’s STM wins Pakistani naval infrastructure contract
Bilal Khan
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Jul 30, 2017
Turkish defence contractor STM has won a Pakistan Ministry of Defence Production contract to conduct an oceanographic survey and port design work...
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Pakistani Senate Committee recommends expediting Gwadar Shipyard
Bilal Khan
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Jul 28, 2017
The Pakistani Senate’s Standing Committee on Defence Production recommended expediting the establishment of a shipyard in Gwadar...
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Azerbaijan orders 10 Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) has inked a sale of 10 Super Mushshak trainers to Azerbaijan. This is the fourth recent Super Mushshak sale....
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories requests resources for modernization plans
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2017
In a hearing with Pakistani Senate’s Standing Committee on Defence, Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) requested resources for its infrastructure plans...
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Turkish official confirms T129 talks with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2017
SSM’s Head of Helicopters Hüseyin Avşar confirmed that “administrative and financial terms” are being discussed with Pakistan over the T129 ATAK...
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Erdogan announces that S-400 deal is “inked”
Quwa Team
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Jul 25, 2017
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that his government has “inked” the purchase of Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range SAM systems...
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Saudi Arabia interested in Textron Scorpion light combat aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2017
Textron’s CEO Scott Donnelly told investors that the company is in talks with Saudi Arabia for the sale of the Scorpion light combat aircraft...
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Embraer concludes KC-390 global demonstration tour
Bilal Khan
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Jul 24, 2017
Lasting 40 days with flights to 19 countries in Europe, Africa and Asia, Embraer has concluded the KC-390’s marketing and demonstration tour...
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Pakistan and the Czech Republic to explore for growth in defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Jul 23, 2017
Officials from Pakistan and the Czech Republic have committed to explore areas of growth in bilateral defence and defence industry relations...
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UAC will market MiG-35 to Kazakhstan with local workshare
Bilal Khan
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Jul 23, 2017
United Aircraft Corporation has signed an agreement with Kazakhstan Engineering to jointly market the MiG-35 to Astana, promising parts production...
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MBDA outlines plans for SAM technology collaboration with Turkey
Quwa Team
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Jul 20, 2017
Eurosam, Aselsan and Roketsan have signed a “Heads of Agreement” protocol to support Turkey’s long-range air defence system program...
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PAC delivers first batch of Super Mushshak trainers to Qatar
Quwa Team
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Jul 20, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) has delivered its first batch of Super Mushshak trainers to the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) on Wednesday, July 19...
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Turkey signs onto Eurosam Aster 30-based SAMP/T program
Bilal Khan
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Jul 19, 2017
Turkey has signed with the French-Italian air defence consortium Eurosam and its Aster 30-based long-range surface-to-air missile system...
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China launches technology transfer hub in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jul 18, 2017
On July 08 China launched the China-South Asia Technology Transfer Centre (CSTTC) in Pakistan to enhance Pakistan’s technology and production capacities...
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China begins offering CH-5 MALE UAV to international market
Bilal Khan
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Jul 18, 2017
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) announced that it is ready to produce the CH-5 drone for export...
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Nigeria takes delivery of new Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jul 17, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force has taken delivery of five (from an order of 10) Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex on Friday, July 14...
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Pakistan Navy Marines’ 21st Air Defence Battalion assigned to Ormara
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2017
A ground-breaking ceremony shows that the 21st Air Defence Battalion of the Pakistan Navy Marine has been assigned to Ormara, Baluchistan. ...
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TAI Anka MALE UAV engages in first air strike (against PKK)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2017
Turkey announced that its Anka medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle undertook its first armed strike against the Kurdistan Workers' Party...
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Turkey agrees to $2.5 billion deal for four S-400 SAM systems
Bilal Khan
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Jul 13, 2017
Turkey has reportedly agreed to a $2.5 billion U.S. deal for four Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems from Russia...
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Pakistan Air Force enhancing base defence capabilities
Bilal Khan
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Jul 13, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is investing in improving the training and equipment of its infantry personnel responsible for base defence tasks...
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Turkey’s FNSS delivers first batch of PARS III AFV to Oman
Bilal Khan
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Jul 13, 2017
Turkish armoured vehicle manufacturer FNSS delivered its first batch of PARS III 8x8 armoured fighting vehicles (AFV) to Oman ...
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Indonesian and Turkish aviation firms agree to collaborate on N245 commuter aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 11, 2017
PTDI and TAI have a “long-term strategic” agreement outlining bilateral collaboration on PTDI’s N245 commuter aircraft, UAVs and other aviation ventures...
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Pakistan test fires improved Nasr short-range ballistic missile
Bilal Khan
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Jul 5, 2017
Pakistan’s Strategic Plans Division (SPD) test-fired an improved variant of the Hatf IX Nasr short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) on July 05, 2017...
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Ukraine’s Antonov seeks US industry cooperation for An-70-based lifter
Bilal Khan
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Jul 5, 2017
Ukraine’s Antonov Company is seeking U.S. industry support for its proposed An-77 medium-lift strategic transport aircraft, based on the An-70....
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Turkey launches 4th Ada corvette and lays keel of first I-Class frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jul 5, 2017
Tuzla Shipyard launched the fourth MILGEM Ada-class corvette TCG Kınalıada. This was accompanied by the keel laying of the I-Class frigate...
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U.S. Defence Department issues $3.8 bn Black Hawk contract to Sikorsky for U.S. Army and Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2017
The U.S. Department of Defence issued a $3.8 billion U.S contract to Sikorsky for 257 H-60 Black Hawk helicopters for the U.S. Army and Saudi Arabia...
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Hensoldt: Europe’s new but also experienced defence electronics vendor
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2017
ECI Partners, the parent firm of U.K. radar company Kelvin Hughes, agreed to sell its share of Kelvin Hughes to Hensoldt....
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China launches 10,000-ton Type 055 destroyer for PLAN
Bilal Khan
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Jul 3, 2017
Jiangnan-Changxing Shipyard in Shanghai launched a Type 055 destroyer for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) on Wednesday, June 28...
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Pakistan’s KSEW inks contract with TTS Group for Syncrolift ship lift-and-transfer system
Bilal Khan
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Jul 2, 2017
Karachi Shipyards & Engineering Works (KSEW) inked a $29.8 million U.S. contract for a 9,000-ton capacity ship lift-and-transfer system...
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Russia and Turkey agree to S-400 contract, still need to settle funding
Bilal Khan
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Jun 30, 2017
Moscow and Ankara have reportedly agreed upon a contract for the supply of S-400 long-range SAM systems to Turkey, still need to agree on financing...
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Nigeria will receive remaining 10 Mi-35M in 2018
Bilal Khan
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Jun 29, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force will receive its remaining 10 (or 12) Mi-35M attack helicopters from Russian Helicopters in 2018...
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Serbia’s Yugoimport-SDPR showcases new artillery solutions at Partner 2017
Bilal Khan
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Jun 28, 2017
Serbia’s state-owned defence vendor Yugoimport-SDPR is showcasing its new artillery solutions, such as the Aleksandar howitzer, at Partner 2017...
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Pakistan will reportedly test a Ukrainian-built ‘Oplot-P’ main battle tank
Bilal Khan
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Jun 27, 2017
An Oplot-P main battle tank (MBT) rolled-off the Malyshev Factory’s production line. Plant workers told local media that the tank was for Pakistan...
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UAC aims to begin exporting MiG-35 fighters by 2020
Bilal Khan
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Jun 26, 2017
United Aircraft Corporation is aiming to begin exporting Mikoyan MiG-35 multi-role fighters by 2020, with testing complete in 2018....
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Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) touts T625 utility helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jun 25, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries displayed a mock-up of its T625 utility helicopter at the Paris Air Show, touting it as an attractive option ...
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Pakistan sees defence export growth in 2016-2017
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2017
For fiscal year 2016-2017, Pakistan reported that its defence exports grew to over $98 million U.S., a 55% increase from exports in 2006-2017 ($63 million)...
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Oman takes delivery of two Eurofighter Typhoons
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2017
The Royal Air Force of Oman took delivery of its first two (of 12) Eurofighter Typhoons from BAE Systems on Wednesday, June 21...
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Pakistan Army chief in Turkey, visits defence ministry and TAI
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2017
The Pakistan Army’s Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa is on an official visit to Turkey, where he met with the defence ministry and TAI...
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Ukrainian-Saudi An-132D draws interest at 2017 Paris Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2017
The Ukrainian-Saudi Antonov An-132D lightweight multi-mission aircraft is reportedly drawing interest at its Paris Air Show debut...
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Textron Systems unveils Nightwarden tactical UAV
Bilal Khan
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Jun 20, 2017
Textron Systems unveiled its Nightwarden tactical unmanned aerial system (TUAS) at the 2017 Paris Air Show, a lightweight drone for ISR and strike missions...
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Rostec and AVIC aim to ink AHL helicopter program in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Jun 20, 2017
Rostec and the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) are aiming to ink the development contract for the Advanced Heavy Lifter helicopter in 2017...
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Pakistan’s first AH-1Z attack helicopters on-track for 2017 delivery
Bilal Khan
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Jun 19, 2017
Pakistan's first batch of Bell Helicopter AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters are still on-track for delivery in 2017, with the first aircraft almost complete....
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Lockheed Martin and TASL announce partnership to market F-16 to India
Bilal Khan
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Jun 19, 2017
Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have signed an agreement to jointly market and produce the F-16 Block-70 in India...
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USAF seeks to expand F-16 life-extension program
Bilal Khan
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Jun 19, 2017
The U.S. Air Force is looking to expand its service-life extension program (SLEP) from 4,000 additional hours to 5,856 hours...
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Bangladesh inks order for five Mi-171Sh helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Jun 13, 2017
The Bangladesh Air Force inked an order for five Mil Mi-171Sh helicopters from Russian Helicopters on Monday, June 12....
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First export-bound FC-1 spotted in China
Bilal Khan
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Jun 13, 2017
Thanks to photos shared on Chinese websites (i.e. FYJS.cn), the first FC-1 bound for export, apparently to Myanmar, has been spotted in China....
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Portugal reportedly in talks with Embraer for KC-390 transport aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jun 13, 2017
The Portuguese government has reportedly entered talks with Brazil's Embraer for five KC-390 multi-role tanker and transport aircraft...
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Pakistan orders offshore patrol vessel from Netherlands’ Damen
Bilal Khan
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Jun 12, 2017
The Pakistan Navy has ordered a single 1,900-ton offshore patrol vessel (OPV) from the Dutch shipbuilder Damen Shipyards. It will be built in Pakistan....
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Pakistan testing South Korean weapons
Bilal Khan
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Jun 11, 2017
In January, the Pakistan Army’s Inspectorate of Armaments imported weapons from Hanwha Corporation and Poongsan Corporation for possible tests...
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Turkey inducts UMTAS anti-tank guided missile into service
Bilal Khan
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Jun 11, 2017
The Turkish Army has formally inducted the Roketsan UMTAS – aka Mizrak – anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) ...
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Nigerian Special Forces battalion completes training course in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2017
A Nigerian Army Special Forces battalion completed an eight-week counter-terrorism training course in Pakistan under Pakistan’s Special Service Group (SSG)...
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Photos emerge of Pakistan’s first 1,500-ton patrol vessel
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2017
Photos have emerged of the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency’s (PMSA) first 1,500-ton Maritime Patrol Vessel (MPV) at Huangpu Shipyard...
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China’s CASC announces successful missile ramjet tests
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2017
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) announced that it successfully conducted two flight tests for its new ramjet engine...
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Egypt takes delivery of Almaz-Antey S-300VM SAM system
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2017
Photos indicate that Egypt has begun taking delivery of S-300VM/Antey-2500 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from Russia...
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Indonesia and Russia agree to Su-35 deal
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2017
Indonesia will sign a contract for Sukhoi Su-35 from United Aircraft Corporation by the end of 2017. The TNI-AU could acquire at least 8 aircraft. ...
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Guizhou rolls out first FTC-2000 light fighter/advanced trainer
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2017
Guizhou Aviation Industry Corporation (GAIC) rolled out its first FTC-2000 light fighter and advanced trainer likely destined for the Sudanese Air Force...
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US approves sale of AN/TPQ-53 AESA counter-battery radars to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a $662 million U.S. sale of 26 AN/TPQ-53(V) counter-battery radars and tank and artillery munitions to Saudi Arabia ...
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Turkey and Russia in final stages of S-400 SAM talks
Bilal Khan
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Jun 4, 2017
In a press conference with Turkish media outlets, Russian President Vladimir Putin outlined negotiations for sale of S-400 to Turkey are in its final stages...
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TAI General Manager meets with Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production
Bilal Khan
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May 31, 2017
The General Manager of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), Dr. Temel Kotil, met with Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production (MoDP) Rana Tanveer Hussain...
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Pakistan reportedly orders more ASELPOD targeting pods for JF-17
Bilal Khan
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May 30, 2017
Aselsan has secured a $24.9 million U.S. order for an undisclosed number of ASELPOD electro-optical targeting pods, reportedly from Pakistan...
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Pakistan and Belarus commit to enhance defence ties
Bilal Khan
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May 30, 2017
Pakistan and Belarus have agreed to enhance bilateral defence and defence industry relations, especially in the realms of production and collaboration....
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Aselsan working to secure Ukraine VHF radio requirement
Bilal Khan
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May 29, 2017
Turkish defence electronics giant Aselsan is working to secure the Ukrainian military’s requirement for very high frequency (VHF) radios...
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Airbus Helicopters begins constructing H135 assembly plant in China
Quwa Team
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May 29, 2017
Airbus Helicopters has begun the construction of a final assembly line (FAL) for the H135 utility helicopter in Qingdao, China...
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Pakistan raises annual defence budget to $8.78 billion U.S.
Bilal Khan
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May 28, 2017
The Pakistani government has budgeted $8.7 billion U.S. for the armed forces in its 2017-2018 budget – an increase of $500 million (or 6%) to 2016-2017...
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LM-100J commercial freighter undergoes maiden flight
Bilal Khan
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May 28, 2017
Lockheed Martin conducted the maiden flight of the LM-100J – the commercial freighter variant of the C-130J Super Hercules – on Thursday, May 25. ...
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Russia’s Rosonboronexport in talks with several countries to sell Mi-35P
Quwa Team
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May 28, 2017
Rosonboronexport, Russia’s defence industry export and import agency, says it will reinforce efforts to market and sell the Mil Mi-35P assault helicopter...
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The UK hands over 7 refurbished Sea King helicopters to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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May 25, 2017
The Pakistan Navy took delivery of seven refurbished Sea King helicopters from the UK on Thursday, May 25. These were ordered in 2016....
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Pakistan operationalizes new naval air base in Baluchistan
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May 25, 2017
The Pakistan Navy operationalized its new naval air base – i.e. Naval Air Station PNS Siddiq – at Turbat in Baluchistan on Thursday, May 25....
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Pakistan aims to develop a light armoured vehicle
Bilal Khan
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May 25, 2017
As per the Ministry of Defence Production’s yearbook, the Military Vehicles Research & Development Establishment is to develop a light armoured vehicle...
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Embraer actively seeking firm KC-390 MRTT sales from partners
Bilal Khan
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May 24, 2017
Brazilian aviation giant Embraer is actively seeking to convert letter-of-intents into firm orders from partnering air forces in Latin America and Europe...
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Pakistan proceeds with new miniature submarine program
Bilal Khan
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May 23, 2017
In its annual disclosure, Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production listed the development and construction of a miniature submarine...
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Pakistan acquired Instalaza Alcotán-100 anti-tank rocket systems
Bilal Khan
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May 22, 2017
In 2015-2016 the Pakistan Army ordered 158 Alcotán-100 VOSEL (M2) anti-tank rocket launchers with 1,413 Alcotán AT (M2) munitions for $24.75 million U.S....
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex arming Super Mushshak trainer
Bilal Khan
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May 22, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex is using U.S. and Chinese systems to tailor the Super Mushshak trainer into a counterinsurgency (COIN) asset...
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AVIC pitches air-cooled AESA radar for JF-17
Bilal Khan
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May 22, 2017
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China’s (AVIC) 607 research institute announced that it completed the development of an air-cooled AESA radar...
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Pakistan will acquire three new Saab Erieye AEW&C
Bilal Khan
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May 21, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force will order three new Saab 2000-based Erieye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft. Will expand its fleet to six planes....
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Saudi Arabia and America ink $110 billion arms deal
Bilal Khan
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May 21, 2017
On his inaugural foreign visit, Trump inked a $110 billion U.S. arms deal – of air defence systems, helicopters, munitions and more – with Saudi Arabia. ...
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Photos emerge of Indonesia’s first Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
Quwa Team
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May 21, 2017
The Indonesian Army’s (TNI-AD) first Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian is undergoing tests. The TNI-AD has eight AH-64Es on order in a $1.4 billion U.S. package...
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Saudi Arabia establishes new state-owned defence company
Bilal Khan
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May 18, 2017
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund established a new state-owned defence company – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) ...
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BAE Systems rolls out Oman’s first Eurofighter Typhoon and Hawk aircraft
Quwa Team
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May 16, 2017
BAE Systems rolled out the Royal Air Force of Oman’s (RAFO) first Eurofighter Typhoon fighter and Hawk trainer on Monday, May 15...
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Saab AEW&C group receives USD $153 million order
Bilal Khan
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May 16, 2017
Saab announced that it received a SEK 1.35 billion ($153 million U.S.) order in its airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) group...
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Dassault anticipates new Rafale fighter sale in 2018
Bilal Khan
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May 15, 2017
French defence aviation vendor Dassault is anticipating a new sale for its Rafale multi-role fighter in 2018. It is negotiating with Malaysia and India...
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STM and TKMS sign letter-of-intent to explore Type 214 submarine sale to Indonesia
Quwa Team
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May 15, 2017
Indonesia, STM and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems signed a letter-of-intent to explore the sale of Turkish-built Type 214 submarines to Indonesia...
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Saudi Arabia unveils Saqr 1 armed drone
Quwa Team
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May 15, 2017
The King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) unveiled its first armed unmanned aerial vehicle – the Saqr 1 – on May 11....
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Turkish defence vendor STM showcases MILDEN submarine proposal
Bilal Khan
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May 14, 2017
Turkish defence vendor STM showcased its proposal for Turkey’s National Submarine (MILDEN) program at IDEF 2017 in Istanbul last week...
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FNSS and PT Pindad showcase Kaplan MT AFV prototype
Quwa Team
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May 14, 2017
Turkish armoured vehicles supplier FNSS and Indonesia’s PT Pindad showcased their jointly developed Kaplan MT armoured fighting vehicle (AFV)...
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Antonov signs collaboration agreements with TAI, Aselsan and Havelsan
Bilal Khan
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May 14, 2017
Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer Antonov signed MoUs with Turkish Aerospace Industries and Aselsan. It aims to collaborate on drones and electronics....
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IDEF 2017: Pakistan moves closer to finalizing MILGEM corvette purchase
Bilal Khan
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May 10, 2017
At IDEF 2017 in Istanbul, Pakistan, Turkey and defence contractor STM signed a letter-of-intent for the sale of four MILGEM corvettes to Pakistan...
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IDEF 2017: Turkey awards Super Mushshak contract to PAC
Quwa Team
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May 10, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries awarded a contract for 52 Super Mushshak trainers to Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)....
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IDEF 2017: Turkish defence industry showcases new naval products
Quwa Team
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May 10, 2017
The Turkish defence industry is showcasing new products at IDEF 2017, including the TF-4500 frigate, CAFRAD radar suite and Orka lightweight torpedo...
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TAI & BAE will ink TFX agreement, Pakistan may join as partner
Bilal Khan
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May 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries and BAE Systems will ink the development agreement they agreed to in January. Pakistan may sign a “goodwill agreement”...
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Antonov reportedly unveils An-148-based AEW&C system
Bilal Khan
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May 9, 2017
Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer Antonov reportedly unveiled an airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) version of the An-148 airliner...
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Turkish defence vendor Kale Group partners with Rolls-Royce to develop aircraft engines in Turkey
Quwa Team
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May 9, 2017
Turkey’s Kale Group and Rolls-Royce are partnering to develop and manufacture jet engines in Turkey, especially for Turkey’s next-gen fighter, the TFX...
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Update to Turkey’s efforts to sell T-129 helicopters to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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May 8, 2017
With the Turkish defence ministry’s push, TAI is reportedly preparing the T-129 attack helicopter for further tests in Pakistan in a bid to sell the system ...
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IDEF 2017: TÜBİTAK SAGE will showcase PGM & AAM technology
Quwa Team
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May 8, 2017
The Defense Industries Research and Development Institute (SAGE) will present its air-to-ground precision-guided munitions and air-to-air missiles....
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Thailand inks S26T submarine deal with China
Quwa Team
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May 8, 2017
The Government of Thailand inked a $1.04 billion U.S. deal for three S26T air-independent propulsion (AIP) submarines from China...
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IDEF 2017: Aselsan will showcase new AHS-120 mortar-firing system
Bilal Khan
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May 7, 2017
Aselsan will showcase a new automated and digital FCS-equipped 120 mm mortar firing system – the AHS-120 – for fixed-sites and mobile platforms ...
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Thales launches Brazil’s dual civil-military communications satellite
Quwa Team
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May 7, 2017
Thales Alenia Space launched the SGDC from an Ariane 5 launcher - Brazil will use the SGDC for its military communications and civilian broadband needs...
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Pakistan seeking guided multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS)
Bilal Khan
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May 4, 2017
By commissioning the development of guided MLRS rockets, Pakistan could be seeking to improve the POF Yarmuk-series as well as add a 300 mm rocket. ...
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IDEF 2017: Turkish automaker Nurol Makina will introduce new vehicles
Bilal Khan
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May 4, 2017
Turkish automaker Nurol Makina will introduce a new 4x4 armoured vehicle at IDEF 2017, Turkey’s forthcoming biennial defence exhibition...
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Hongdu Aviation Industry Group completes first L-15B lead-in fighter-trainer
Bilal Khan
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May 4, 2017
Hongdu Aviation Industry Group rolled out its first L-15B lead-in fighter-trainer (LIFT) on May 1, building upon the success of the L-15A ...
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Pakistan may negotiate with Ukraine for 100 Oplot-M main battle tanks
Bilal Khan
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May 2, 2017
Pakistan’s ambassador to Ukraine Athar Abbas reportedly said that Islamabad is in talks for 100 Oplot-M main battle tanks from Kiev...
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IDEF 2017: Havelsan will showcase simulator for the TAI T-129 ATAK
Quwa Team
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May 1, 2017
Turkish defence vendor Havelsan will showcase its simulator system for the Turkish Aerospace Industries T-129 ATAK at IDEF 2017...
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China marketed its growing armed drone portfolio in Latin America
Quwa Team
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May 1, 2017
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) marketed its popular and growing armed drone portfolio to the Latin American market ...
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TAI successfully weaponizes Anka UAV with MAM-L
Quwa Team
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Apr 30, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) successfully weaponized the Anka medium-altitude long-endurance (HALE) drone with the Roketsan MAM-L...
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Nigeria inducts two new-built Mi-35M assault helicopters
Quwa Team
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Apr 30, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) formally inducted its first two (of 12) new-built Mi-35M assault helicopters from Russia Helicopters on April 24, 2017...
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Dual-seat JF-17B prototype has successful test flight
Bilal Khan
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Apr 26, 2017
The dual-seat version of the JF-17 Thunder – the JF-17B – is reportedly undergoing ground tests in preparation for a maiden test flight...
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Turkish Navy takes delivery of first LST (TCG Bayraktar)
Quwa Team
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Apr 26, 2017
The Turkish Navy has taken delivery of its first of two forthcoming tank landing ships (LST) from Adik Shipyard – the TCG Bayraktar – on Saturday April 22. ...
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China preparing to launch first indigenously built aircraft carrier
Quwa Team
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Apr 24, 2017
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is preparing to launch its first indigenously built – and second – aircraft carrier…...
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Kazakhstan aims to export armoured vehicles to Azerbaijan
Quwa Team
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Apr 23, 2017
With Paramount Group’s support, Kazakhstan is aiming to export Marauder – aka Arlans – armoured vehicles to Azerbaijan....
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UAE reportedly in talks for “several dozen” Sukhoi Su-35 fighters
Quwa Team
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Apr 23, 2017
The United Arab Emirates is reportedly in talks with Russia for “several dozen” Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from United Aircraft Corporation...
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Denel Aviation will undertake study for developing Rooivalk Mk2
Bilal Khan
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Apr 20, 2017
In its annual report for 2016, Denel Group positioned the Denel Aviation Rooivalk Mk2 as a “flagship program” for the South African defence industry...
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Egypt takes delivery of first Type 209/1400 SSK from Germany
Quwa Team
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Apr 20, 2017
The Egyptian Navy has taken delivery of its first Type 209/1400 diesel-electric submarine from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems in Germany...
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IDEF 2017: Turkey will showcase railgun and exoskeleton development
Bilal Khan
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Apr 20, 2017
Aselsan will showcase its development work in exoskeleton and electromagnetic railgun technologies at IDEF 2017, which will take place in Istanbul in May...
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Aselsan aims to secure sizable chunk of Mil Mi-17-upgrade market
Quwa Team
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Apr 18, 2017
Turkish defence electronics giant Aselsan is reportedly aiming to secure a sizable chunk of the legacy Mil Mi-17 upgrade market...
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Aselsan will unveil lightweight ASW torpedo at IDEF 2017
Quwa Team
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Apr 18, 2017
Aselsan will unveil its own lightweight anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedo at the forthcoming International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF)...
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Turkey’s Golcük Shipyard & TKMS jointly market Type 214 submarine to Indonesia
Quwa Team
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Apr 16, 2017
Golcük Shipyard and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) jointly marketed the Type 214 diesel-electric submarine (SSK) to Indonesia...
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Turkey nearing decision to buy S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile system
Quwa Team
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Apr 16, 2017
The Turkish government is reportedly nearing its final decision towards purchasing Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from Russia...
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U.S. Air Force greenlights F-16 life-extension program
Quwa Team
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Apr 12, 2017
The U.S. Air Force (USAF) has authorized a service life-extension program (SLEP) for the Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block-40/42 and Block-50/52...
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Turkey aims to begin Altay tank production in May
Bilal Khan
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Apr 12, 2017
Turkey’s defence minister Fikri Işık announced that Turkey is aiming to push the Otokar Altay main battle tank into production in May...
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Embraer and Lockheed Martin competing to win over legacy C-130 users
Bilal Khan
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Apr 11, 2017
Embraer and Lockheed Martin are competing to win over legacy C-130 Hercules transport aircraft users with the KC-390 and C-130J/LM-100J, respectively...
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U.S. reportedly greenlights Super Tucano sale to Nigeria
Quwa Team
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Apr 10, 2017
The U.S. government has reportedly approved a U.S. $600 million sale of 12 Embraer-Sierra Nevada Corp. A-29 Super Tucano attack aircraft ...
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Czech defence industry aiming for global resurgence
Bilal Khan
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Apr 9, 2017
The Czech Republic’s defence industry vendors, most notably CZ and Aero Vodochody, are aiming for a resurgence in the global market...
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TAI test-fires Roketsan UMTAS from Hürkuş-C close air support aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Apr 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) test-fired a Roketsan UMTAS air-to-ground missile from its Hürkuş-C close air support (CAS) aircraft...
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Italian defence industry makes marketing push in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Apr 9, 2017
Italy’s top defence vendors, among them Fincantieri, Leonardo, Elettronica and MBDA, made a marketing push in Pakistan, hoping to secure sales....
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Brazil will offer credit-line for defence exports
Bilal Khan
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Apr 6, 2017
The President of BNDES announced that Brazil will offer term financing of up to 25 years for its defence exports through a formal and coordinated mechanism...
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France’s GIGN orders CZ-806 BREN 2 in 7.62 x 39 mm
Quwa Team
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Apr 6, 2017
The French National Gendarmerie Intervention Group (GIGN) ordered CZ-806 BREN 2 assault rifles chambered in 7.62x39mm ...
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Thailand to bolster armour with VT-1 MBT and VN-1 AFV
Quwa Team
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Apr 5, 2017
The Royal Thai Army ordered 34 NORINCO VN-1 8x8 armoured fighting vehicles to join the 38 NORINCO VT-4 main battle tanks it has on order from China...
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Aero Vodochody formally revives L-159
Bilal Khan
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Apr 3, 2017
Czech aircraft manufacturer Aero Vodochody is in talks with three countries, including Iraq, for the sale of L-159 Advanced Light Combat Aircraft (ALCA)...
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Roketsan Mizrak-U ATGM successfully tested from TAI T-129 ATAK
Bilal Khan
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Apr 3, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries and Roketsan successfully tested the Mizrak-U/UMTAS-U anti-tank guided missile from the T-129 attack helicopter...
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CZ official confirms negotiation agreement with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Apr 3, 2017
Whilst marketing to Baluchistan law-enforcement bodies, a Česká zbrojovka (CZ) official confirmed the negotiation agreement with Pakistan Ordnance Factories...
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Pakistan receives Cessna MEDEVAC aircraft from the U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Apr 2, 2017
The Pakistan Army Aviation Corps took delivery of two Cessna 208 and four Cessna T206H from the U.S. These were ordered for U.S. $14.09 million in 2016...
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Pakistan selects Rockwell Collins for C-130 avionics upgrade
Bilal Khan
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Apr 2, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) selected Rockwell Collins’ Flight2 avionics system for its fleet of 11 Lockheed Martin C-130E and 5 C-130B transport aircraft...
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First Egyptian MiG-29M2 (or MiG-35) spotted
Bilal Khan
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Apr 2, 2017
Photos of the Egyptian Air Force’s (EAF) first Mikoyan MiG-29M2 (or MiG-35) multi-role fighter recently emerged ...
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Pakistan’s KSEW lays keel for new fast attack craft
Bilal Khan
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Mar 31, 2017
The Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works laid the keel of the Pakistan Navy’s fourth new missile-equipped fast attack craft – FAC(M) – on March 30, 2017....
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Indonesia signs letter-of-intent to buy Airbus A400M transport aircraft
Quwa Team
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Mar 31, 2017
On March 29 Indonesia signed a letter-of-intent (LoI) to buy Airbus DS A400M Atlas transport aircraft...
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Otokar Altay MBT ready for production
Bilal Khan
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Mar 30, 2017
The Otokar Altay main battle tank (MBT) reportedly passed its qualification tests and is ready for serial production. SSM will award a contract....
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White House pushes for Bahrain F-16 deal
Bilal Khan
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Mar 30, 2017
The Trump Administration has reportedly informed Congress of a proposed U.S. $5 billion sale of 19 new-built F-16s and other systems to Bahrain...
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Czech firearms maker CZ continues with regional marketing push
Bilal Khan
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Mar 30, 2017
With high-profile visits to IDEAS in Pakistan and IDEX in the United Arab Emirates, Česká zbrojovka (CZ) is engaged in a regional marketing push...
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Pakistan Air Force Chief sets expectations for near and long-term force goals
Bilal Khan
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Mar 29, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman outlined the PAF’s near and long-term modernization goals...
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Leonardo receives an AW139 helicopter order from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Mar 28, 2017
Italian defence giant Leonardo announced that it received a “new order for an undisclosed number of additional” AW139 utility helicopters from Pakistan...
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Turkey reportedly interested in Ukraine’s 6TD-3 diesel engine for Altay main battle tank
Bilal Khan
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Mar 28, 2017
In the backdrop of unsuccessful efforts to procure diesel engine technology for the Altay main battle tank, Turkey may look to Ukraine for support...
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Thai Prime Minister confirms plans to buy submarines from China
Quwa Team
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Mar 28, 2017
Thailand’s Prime Minister – Prayut Chan-o-cha – confirmed Bangkok’s plans to procure three AIP-powered submarines from China...
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Pakistan and South Africa sign memorandum-of-understanding for defence cooperation
Bilal Khan
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Mar 27, 2017
Pakistan and South Africa signed a memorandum-of-understanding (MoU) entailing an increase in bilateral defence cooperation in many areas...
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Saudi Arabia will license-produce Chinese armed drones
Quwa Team
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Mar 24, 2017
The King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology and China Aerospace Science Technology Corporation will co-produce CH-series drones in Saudi Arabia...
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Pakistan officially unveils extended range Ra’ad 2 air-launched cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Mar 23, 2017
The Pakistan Strategic Plans Division officially revealed an improved and extended-range variant of the Ra’ad air-launched cruise missile (ALCM)...
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Saab & BAE Systems table export credit for Malaysia fighter bid
Quwa Team
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Mar 22, 2017
Saab and BAE Systems are reportedly offering export credit/financing plans for Malaysia’s fighter bid (to replace its MiG-29s)...
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Afghanistan receives new batch of A-29 Super Tucano
Quwa Team
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Mar 21, 2017
The Afghan Air Force (AAF) recently received a batch of four additional Embraer A-29 Super Tucano close air support (CAS) aircraft...
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Leonardo and Airbus take aim at Southeast Asia maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) requirements
Bilal Khan
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Mar 21, 2017
Europe’s defence giants Leonardo and Airbus Defence & Space (DS) are taking aim at emerging maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) requirements in Asia...
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Turkey’s STM competing for Colombian Navy frigate bid
Quwa Team
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Mar 21, 2017
Turkish defence contractor Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş. (STM) is competing for the Colombian Navy’s frigate requirement ...
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First Egyptian Navy DCNS Gowind 2500 corvette launched for sea trials
Quwa Team
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Mar 20, 2017
DCNS launched the first Egyptian Navy Gowind 2500 corvette – the ENS al-Fateh (971) – for sea trials earlier this month. Four ships are on order....
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Pakistan inches closer to JF-17 Block-III
Bilal Khan
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Mar 20, 2017
The forthcoming dual-seat version of the PAC-CAC JF-17 Thunder, the JF-17B, could be housing several features and systems of the JF-17 Block-III...
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Aselsan Korkut SPAAG enters production
Bilal Khan
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Mar 20, 2017
The Aselsan Korkut self-propelled anti-air gun (SPAAG) system entered production for the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK). FNSS’ ACV-30 is the carrying platform....
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Turkey S-400 talks progressing
Quwa Team
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Mar 20, 2017
Turkish and Russian officials have told their respective news media outlets that talks regarding the sale of S-400 SAM systems to Turkey are progressing...
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Ukraine intends to develop new multi-role fighter
Quwa Team
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Mar 20, 2017
Ukraine's president Petro Poroshenko announced that Ukraine will develop a new lightweight twin-engine multi-role fighter using the AI-322F turbofan engine...
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Chinese Foreign Office met with the Pakistan Army
Quwa Team
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Mar 19, 2017
The Chinese Foreign Office – led by Foreign Minister Wang Yi – met with the Pakistan Army leadership on Friday, 17 March 2017. ...
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Pakistan test-fires shore-based ‘long-range’ anti-ship missile
Bilal Khan
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Mar 16, 2017
The Pakistan Navy announced that it tested a shore-based ‘long-range’ anti-ship missile (AShM) equipped with “advanced technology and avionics.”...
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Nurol Makina inks Ejder Yalcin vehicle order to North African country
Quwa Team
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Mar 16, 2017
The Turkish defence vendor Nurol Makina has finalized its first Ejder Yalcin 4x4 tactical vehicle export sale to an undisclosed North African country...
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Pakistan Air Force celebrates 50 C-130 overhauls
Bilal Khan
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Mar 15, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) celebrated its 50th Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules overhaul on Wednesday, 15 March 2017...
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Egypt will begin receiving Ka-52 attack helicopters in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Mar 15, 2017
Russian Helicopters has confirmed that Egypt will begin receiving its Kamov Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopters later this year...
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Egypt in talks with IOMAX for Archangel
Bilal Khan
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Mar 14, 2017
The Egyptian Ministry of Defence is negotiating with IOMAX for the Archangel turboprop-powered attack aircraft...
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Iran showcases new Karrar main battle tank
Bilal Khan
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Mar 14, 2017
The Iranian Ministry of Defence has formally launched the Karrar main battle tank (MBT), which it claims is competitive against foreign MBT designs...
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Pakistan formally inducts LY-80 (HQ-16) air defence system
Bilal Khan
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Mar 13, 2017
The Pakistan Army formally inducted the LY-80 (HQ-16) medium-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system on 12 March 2017...
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Rheinmetall Denel Munition qualifies VLAP shell for overseas client
Bilal Khan
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Mar 13, 2017
Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RDM) successfully qualified its M2005 Velocity Enhanced Artillery Projectile (VLAP) for an undisclosed international client...
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Nigeria graduates first Super Mushshak instructors
Bilal Khan
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Mar 13, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force graduated its first set of instructors for the Super Mushshak, which it recently procured from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex...
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Pakistan integrates JF-17 with stand-off range weapon (GIDS REK)
Bilal Khan
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Mar 12, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex successfully integrated a stand-off range air-to-surface weapon to the Pakistan Air Force’s JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters...
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Iran tests Hormuz-2 radar-guided anti-ship ballistic missile
Bilal Khan
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Mar 12, 2017
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) tested the Hormuz-2 radar-guided anti-ship ballistic missile, a variant of the Khalij Fars and Fateh...
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Lockheed Martin introduces dual-mode Paragon Direct Attack Munition
Bilal Khan
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Mar 12, 2017
Lockheed Martin introduced a dual-mode laser and INS/GPS-guided bomb – designated the Paragon Direct Attack Munition – compatible with MK-80 series GBP...
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Pakistani senate committee recommends funding boost for defence industry
Bilal Khan
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Mar 9, 2017
The Pakistani Senate Standing Committee on Defence Production recommended a funding boost for the country’s defence industry...
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MiG Corporation begins MiG-35 marketing push in developing world markets
Bilal Khan
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Mar 9, 2017
The MiG Corporation has reportedly begun its marketing push for the MiG-35 multi-role fighter, particularly in developing world markets...
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FNSS selected to provide amphibious vehicles for Turkey’s landing helicopter dock
Bilal Khan
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Mar 9, 2017
FNSS Savunma Sistemleri signed a contract with Turkey’s Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) to provide ZAHA amphibious vehicles ...
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S-400 expected to come up in Putin-Erdogan meeting
Bilal Khan
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Mar 8, 2017
The issue of Turkey’s interest in the S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system is expected to come up in President Erdogan’s visit to Moscow...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries delivers new T-129 batch to Turkish Armed Forces
Bilal Khan
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Mar 8, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) delivered the 20th and 21st T-129 attack helicopters to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK)...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex overhauled a total of 1,000 aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Mar 8, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) celebrated its milestone of overhauling 1,000 aircraft. Focus shifts to the JF-17, next-generation fighter & AESA radars...
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USAF intends to begin light attack aircraft tests in summer 2017
Bilal Khan
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Mar 6, 2017
The U.S. Air Force (USAF) intends to begin testing light attack aircraft (OA-X) proposals in New Mexico in the summer....
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Malaysia eager to provide submarine training support to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Mar 6, 2017
Malaysia’s defence minister revealed that Kuala Lumpur offered submarine training support and facilities to Riyadh as part of the latter’s naval development plans...
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France will procure 160+ H160 to replace legacy lightweight helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Mar 6, 2017
The French government selected Airbus’ H160 to serve as the baseline platform for the Hélicoptère Interarmées Léger (HIL) program...
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New Czech vehicle requirement presents opportunity for NIMR
Bilal Khan
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Mar 5, 2017
The Czech Ministry of Defence’s requirement for 700 light armoured 4x4 vehicles is a major sales opportunity for the UAE’s NIMR Automotive...
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Pakistan and Ukraine begin implementing armour agreements
Bilal Khan
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Mar 5, 2017
Pakistan and Ukraine have begun implementing their recently concluded memoranda-of-understanding (MoUs) for collaboration and support in armour programs....
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Turkey and Pakistan eager to enhance bilateral defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Mar 3, 2017
On the Turkish Chief of General Staff’s (CGS) visit to Pakistan, Islamabad and Ankara expressed their intent to strengthen bilateral defence ties...
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Turkish government cancels Altay engine contract with Tümosan
Bilal Khan
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Mar 3, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries cancelled its Altay engine contract with Tümosan, which to acquire technical expertise for the program...
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Sikorsky transfers S-70i to Aselsan for avionics integration and testing
Bilal Khan
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Mar 2, 2017
Sikorsky transferred a S-70i Black Hawk (International) utility helicopter to Aselsan for avionics integration and testing...
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With M-345 HET Leonardo takes aim at turboprop trainers
Bilal Khan
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Mar 2, 2017
With the M-345 High Efficiency Trainer, Leonardo is aiming at turboprop trainers, which are becoming increasingly common as legacy jet-trainer successors...
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Schiebel selects Leonardo to supply AESA-based SAR radar for UAV
Bilal Khan
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Mar 2, 2017
Schiebel selected Leonardo’s PicoSAR active electronically-scanned array- based synthetic aperture radar for S-100s destined for a North African country...
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Bangladesh releases tender for new multi-role fighter
Bilal Khan
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Mar 1, 2017
Bangladesh’s Directorate General of Defence Purchases (DGDP) released its tender for up to 12 new-built multi-role combat aircraft...
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L-159 earns praise as credible aggressor fighter
Bilal Khan
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Mar 1, 2017
Aero Vodochody’s L-159 advanced light combat aircraft (ALCA) earned Draken International’s praise for its role as an aggressor fighter platform...
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Sikorsky and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) sign $270 million parts production deal
Bilal Khan
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Mar 1, 2017
Sikorsky and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) signed a U.S. $270 million deal for S-70 Black Hawk parts production in Turkey...
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Spanish shipbuilder Navantia aiming for growth in the Middle East
Bilal Khan
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Feb 28, 2017
With Saudi Arabia reportedly planning a multi-billion dollar purchase of five Avante 2200-based corvettes, Navantia is aiming expansion in the Middle East...
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Chengdu test flies Wing-Loong II unmanned aerial vehicle
Bilal Khan
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Feb 27, 2017
Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group (CAIG) successfully test flew a Wing-Loong II unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on Monday, 27 February 2017...
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Ukrainian company markets KT-112UD light attack helicopter concept
Bilal Khan
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Feb 26, 2017
The state-owned Ukrainian company Ukrinmash marketed its KT-112UD light attack helicopter concept in Abu Dhabi during IDEX 2017...
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Emirati and Turkish companies pair up to supply 8×8 IFV to UAE.
Bilal Khan
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Feb 26, 2017
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Heavy Vehicle Industries and Turkey’s Otokar are collaborating to supply Rabdan 8x8 infantry fighting vehicles to the UAE...
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UAE’s armed forces order 1,750+ armoured vehicles from NIMR
Bilal Khan
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Feb 24, 2017
NIMR Automotive received an order from the United Arab Emirates’ armed forces for more than 1,750 armoured vehicles...
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Embraer KC-390 successfully conducts dry-contact refueling tests
Bilal Khan
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Feb 24, 2017
Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force successfully ran the KC-390 through a dry-contact run with a F-5M, demonstrating the KC-390’s refueling capabilities...
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Pakistan’s GIDS considers developing MALE UAV
Bilal Khan
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Feb 23, 2017
Global Industry and Defence Solutions (GIDS) is planning to develop a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) ...
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IDEX 2017: China showcases new-generation frigate and S26 submarine
Bilal Khan
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Feb 23, 2017
CSSC showcased a next-generation trimaran-hull frigate and the S26 air-independent propulsion (AIP)-powered submarine at IDEX 2017...
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Pakistan opts for Kelvin Hughes SharpEye radar for Agosta 90B
Bilal Khan
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Feb 23, 2017
The Pakistan Navy selected Kelvin Hughes’ SharpEye I-band pulse-Doppler radar for use on the upgraded Khalid-class Agosta 90B submarine...
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IDEX 2017: Lockheed Martin hopeful for new F-16 sales and upgrades in the Middle East market
Bilal Khan
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Feb 23, 2017
While committing to retain F-16 manufacturing in the U.S., Lockheed Martin is hopeful of securing new sales and upgrade contracts in the Middle East...
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IDEX 2017: Pakistan and Ukraine sign agreement to co-produce engines for tanks
Bilal Khan
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Feb 21, 2017
Pakistan and Ukraine signed a memorandum-of-understanding (MoU) to co-produce diesel engine and engine components for Pakistan’s main battle tanks...
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IDEX 2017: Pakistan reportedly expresses interest in Serbian armaments
Bilal Khan
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Feb 21, 2017
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain, visited Yugoimport-SDPR’s exhibit at IDEX 2017, expressing interest in the NORA B-52 ...
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Pakistan orders another batch of Leonard AW139 helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Feb 21, 2017
Leonardo announced that Pakistan has ordered another batch of AgustaWestland AW139 utility helicopters, making this its third recent order...
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IDEX 2017: The UAE and Russia plan to co-develop a next-gen fighter
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2017
The United Arab Emirates and Russia have agreed to collaborate on the development of a lightweight next-generation fighter....
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IDEX 2017: Pakistan will begin receiving AH-1Z Vipers in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2017
The Pakistan Army Aviation Corps will reportedly begin receiving its Bell Helicopters AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters in 2017....
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IDEX 2017: Pakistan Ordnance Factories and Beretta sign letter-of-understanding
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2017
Pakistan Ordnance Factories and Beretta have signed a letter-of-understanding for propelling the sale of Beretta pistols, shotguns and apparel in Pakistan...
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IDEX 2017: Pakistan Ordnance Factories aims for growth in UAE market
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2017
Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) is aiming to expand its share in the United Arab Emirates’ small arms market. POF is opening a sales office in the UAE....
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IDEX 2017: Timoney Technology offering development assistance to armoured vehicle makers
Bilal Khan
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Feb 19, 2017
Ireland-based Timoney Technology is offering established and emerging armoured vehicle makers assistance in affordably developing critical components....
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Pakistan orders 40 MaxxPro MRAP vehicles from the U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Feb 19, 2017
The U.S. Department of Defence has issued a US $35 million contract for 40 MaxxPro Dash DXM mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicles for Pakistan...
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Russia will flight-test Mi-28NM attack helicopter in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 17, 2017
Russia will flight-test the Mi-28NM attack helicopter, an upgraded version of the Mi-28NE Night Hunter, in 2017...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries reveals Hürkuş-C close air support aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Feb 17, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and Turkey’s Ministry of Defence have revealed the Hürkuş-C close air support (CAS) and lightweight attack aircraft...
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Pakistan formally equips fifth JF-17 squadron
Bilal Khan
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Feb 16, 2017
The JF-17 Thunder has formally been handed over to the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) No. 14 squadron at Minhas Air Base in Kamra....
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Aero India 2017: India will accelerate Tejas production
Bilal Khan
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Feb 16, 2017
The Government of India approved US $203 million for raising a second production line for the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas ...
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Pakistan reiterates interest in Russian arms
Bilal Khan
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Feb 15, 2017
A high-level Pakistani official reportedly told Russia media that Pakistan was interested in many Russian arms, but it will decide based on its fiscal means...
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Major multi-national naval exercise AMAN 2017 concludes
Bilal Khan
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Feb 15, 2017
AMAN 2017, a major naval exercise involving more than 35 countries, concluded on Tuesday, 14 February 2017...
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Textron Systems announces G-CLAW precision-guided munition tests
Bilal Khan
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Feb 15, 2017
Textron Systems announced that it successfully tested its Guided Clean Area Weapon (G-CLAW) precision-guided munition in October 2016...
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Aero India 2017: Saab and Lockheed Martin compete for India’s new fighter requirement
Bilal Khan
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Feb 14, 2017
Saab and Lockheed Martin are competing for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) requirement of new single-engine fighter aircraft to replace its MiG-21s...
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Aero India 2017: India steps up AEW&C procurement
Bilal Khan
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Feb 13, 2017
With its first domestic airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF), the IAF is setting in motion next-gen AEW&C plans...
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Turkey commissions development of indigenous turboshaft engine
Bilal Khan
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Feb 12, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) has awarded TUSAŞ Engine Industries (TEI) a contract to develop a turboshaft engine for the T-625...
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Lockheed Martin launches LM-100J commercial freighter
Bilal Khan
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Feb 12, 2017
Lockheed Martin produced its first LM-100J, a commercial freighter version of the popular C-130J Super Hercules fixed-wing transport aircraft...
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Senegal Air Force chief keen on enhancing ties with the Pakistan Air Force
Bilal Khan
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Feb 9, 2017
The Senegalese Air Force’s Chief of Air Staff, Brigadier General Birame Diop, expressed his interest to build relations with the Pakistan Air Force...
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Turkey still aiming for TFX maiden flight in 2023
Bilal Khan
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Feb 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ General Manager, Temel Kotil, stated that TAI was still aiming to begin test flying the TFX next-generation fighter in 2023...
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Brazil will sell three surplus Super Tucano aircraft to Nigeria
Bilal Khan
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Feb 9, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force announced that it received approval from Brazil to procure three used EMB-314 Super Tucano light combat aircraft from Embraer...
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Turkish-Saudi defence production efforts showing results
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2017
One of several Turkish-Saudi joint-ventures in defence production – an Aselsan-MIC facility producing Aselsan’s software defined radios – is showing promise...
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Pakistan prepares for major naval exercise – AMAN 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2017
The Pakistan Navy will be hosting a major multi-national naval exercise encompassing more than 35 states from 10-14 February 2017...
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MEADS Consortium offers to assist Turkey in long-range SAM program
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2017
The consortium behind the Medium Extended Range Air Defence System (MEADS) is offering Turkey help in its long-range surface-to-air missile program...
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TAI General Manager confident of a T-129 sale to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) General Manager Temel Kotil reportedly said that he was confident of a T-129 attack helicopter sale to Pakistan...
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China unveils small precision-guided missile – AR-2
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2017
The China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics recently revealed the AR-2 small precision-guided air-to-ground missile for CH-series armed drones...
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Estonia pairs up with Finland for K9 Thunder howitzer
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2017
Estonia has reportedly entered talks with South Korea for 12 K9 Thunder 155 mm self-propelled tracked howitzers, joining Finland...
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories sees three-fold increase in brass output
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2017
Pakistan Ordnance Factories’ (POF) brass production capacity has been increased three-fold from 8,000 metric tons per year to 24,000 metric tons per year...
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Roketsan “Bora” ballistic missile reportedly nearing completion
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2017
Turkey's indigenous surface-to-surface ballistic missile - the Roketsan Bora - is reportedly nearing completion....
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Heckler & Koch unveils new modular rifle – HK433
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2017
The German firearms maker Heckler & Koch has unveiled a new modular assault rifle – designated tHK433 – to compete for Germany’s G36 replacement program...
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Denel will display the Umkhonto-EIR surface-to-air missile at IDEX 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 5, 2017
Denel Group will display the Denel Dynamics Umkhonto-EIR, an upgraded version of the Umkhonto surface-to-air missile, in the UAE at IDEX 2017...
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Embraer takes aim at Europe for KC-390 tanker-transport sales
Bilal Khan
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Feb 5, 2017
The Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer is taking aim at Germany and the European market at large for KC-390 multi-role tanker and transport sales...
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Dassault and Reliance ADAG cleared to form Rafale joint-venture in India
Bilal Khan
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Feb 5, 2017
The Competition Commission of India cleared Dassault and Reliance ADAG to form a joint venture for the Indian Air Force’s Rafale program...
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Pakistan expected to order its JF-17 Block-IIIs in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 3, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force is expected to place its formal order for 50 JF-17 Block-IIIs from the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex in the first half of 2017....
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Argentina drops fighter replacement plans
Bilal Khan
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Feb 3, 2017
The Argentine Ministry of Defence announced that the government has suspended plans for a new fighter to replace the country’s legacy A-4AR Fightinghawks...
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Ukrainian industry association to open offices in Turkey and Poland
Bilal Khan
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Feb 3, 2017
The Ukrainian industry association Ukroboronprom, which represents Ukraine’s defence vendors, will open offices in Turkey and Poland...
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Myanmar reportedly in talks to license-produce JF-17
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2017
Myanmar is reportedly in negotiations with Pakistan for the local licensed production of JF-17 Thunder lightweight multi-role fighters...
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Turkey reportedly in talks for S-400 SAM from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2017
Turkey is reportedly in talks with Russia for the purchase of the S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system...
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Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering begins posting exports
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2017
Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering (KAE), a joint venture between Aselsan and Kazakhstan Engineering, has posted its first third-party sale of thermal sights...
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Ukraine reportedly developing IFV using Oplot-M tank chassis
Bilal Khan
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Jan 31, 2017
The Kharkiv Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau is reportedly developing an infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) using the Oplot-M main battle tank’s chassis...
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India issues RFI for 57 carrier-borne fighters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 31, 2017
The Indian Navy issued a Request for International (RFI) for 57 multi-role carrier-borne fighters for its burgeoning aircraft carrier fleet...
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Turkey and UK agree to next-gen fighter development deal
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ next-generation fighter program, the TFX, is officially in motion thanks to a GBP 100 million-plus contract to BAE Systems...
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United Aircraft Corporation launches the Mikoyan MiG-35
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2017
United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has officially added the Mikoyan MiG-35 to its marketable product catalogue for domestic and overseas sales...
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KSEW lays keel for 1,500-ton PMSA patrol vessel
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2017
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd. (KSEW) set the keel for a 1,500-ton maritime patrol vessel (MPV) for the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA)...
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Royal Thai Navy secures funding for first S26T submarine from China
Bilal Khan
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Jan 26, 2017
The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) secured USD $383.4 million for the first of three S26T air-independent propulsion (AIP)-powered submarines...
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Saudi Arabia formally inducts new F-15SA fighters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 26, 2017
The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) formally inducted its first Boeing F-15SA multi-role fighter aircraft in a ceremony ...
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TAI will upgrade Pakistan’s F-16 MLU fighters with nighttime capabilities
Bilal Khan
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Jan 26, 2017
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF)’s 45 F-16A/B Block-15 Mid-Life Update (MLU) fighters will reportedly be upgraded with optimized nighttime capabilities...
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2017 Pakistan-Turkey Military Dialogue Group begins
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2017
The 12th Pakistan-Turkey Military Dialogue Group began on Wednesday, 25 January 2017 in Pakistan....
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Turkey could receive its first F-35 fighters in 2019
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2017
The Undersecretary for Defence Industries (SSM) Ismail Demir told the Turkish news broadcaster NTV that the Turkish Air Force would receive its first F-35s in 2019...
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Indonesia receives its first SIGMA 10514 frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2017
The Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) received its first SIGMA 10514 Perusak Kawal Rudal (PKR) frigate from PT PAL on 23 January 2017...
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Pakistan tests MIRV-capable Ababeel ballistic missile
Bilal Khan
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Jan 24, 2017
Pakistan reports that it recently tested the Ababeel, a 2,200-km ballistic missile capable of deploying multiple independent re-entry vehicles (MIRV)....
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U.S. approves Air Tractor AT-802L COIN aircraft sale to Kenya
Bilal Khan
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Jan 24, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a USD $418 million sale of 12 Air Tractor AT-802L and 2 AT-504 trainers to Kenya...
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NIMR Automotive to pair up with VOP CZ for European market push
Bilal Khan
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Jan 24, 2017
Emirati defence manufacturer NIMR Automotive will collaborate with its Czech counterpart VOP CZ to make a push for the European armoured vehicles market...
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Ukrainian firm to develop next-gen turret for legacy tanks
Bilal Khan
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Jan 23, 2017
The Ukrainian company Arey Engineering Group will develop and produce a next-generation turret for legacy T-64 and T-72 main battle tank chassis....
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DSME launches first Royal Thai Navy frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jan 23, 2017
Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) launched the Royal Thai Navy’s 3,650-ton multi-mission frigate on Monday, 23 January 2017...
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Russia touts new Arena-M APS for main battle tanks
Bilal Khan
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Jan 23, 2017
Russia is touting the latest iteration of its Arena active protection systems for main battle tanks as a dampener to the effectiveness of anti-tank missiles...
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Turkey to revise Altay MBT engine plans
Bilal Khan
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Jan 22, 2017
Turkish engine vendor Tümosan was forced to cancel its collaboration with Austria’s AVL List GmbH following Austria's decision to impose an arms embargo...
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New Indonesian Air Chief says F-5 replacement not yet decided
Bilal Khan
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Jan 22, 2017
The Indonesian Air Force’s (TNI-AU) Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Hadi Tjahjanto has confirmed that the bid to replace the F-5E Tiger IIs is still open...
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Turkey begins constructing first Istanbul-class frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jan 19, 2017
Turkey has begun constructing the first Istanbul-class frigate (MILGEM-G) for the Turkish Navy ...
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Indonesia will buy five Airbus A400M for USD $2 billion
Bilal Khan
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Jan 19, 2017
Jakarta has approved a USD $2 billion purchase of five Airbus Defence and Space (DS) A400M transport aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force...
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Namibia will receive its RG32M from Denel by March 2017
Bilal Khan
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Jan 19, 2017
Denel Group announced that it is “on track” to deliver eight RG32M mine-resistant armoured vehicles to Namibia...
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Italy signs onto MBDA Aster 30 Block 1 NT program
Bilal Khan
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Jan 18, 2017
The Italian government is formally participating in the MBDA Aster 30 Block 1 NT long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) program in collaboration with France...
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TAI aims to deliver armed Hürkuş-C to the Turkish forces in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Jan 18, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) aims to deliver the Hürkuş-C close air support (CAS) aircraft to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) in 2017...
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Despite reports, Thailand’s Oplot-M order is still in place
Bilal Khan
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Jan 18, 2017
Despite media reports claiming that Thailand has or plans to cancel its Oplot-M main battle tank order, the Malyshev Factory states that the contract is still in place...
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Airbus DS demos C295W’s helicopter-friendly in-flight refuelling
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2017
Airbus Defence and Space (DS) demonstrated the C295W’s ability aerially refuel an Airbus Helicopters H225M Caracal helicopter...
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Taiwan begins upgrading old F-16A/Bs to F-16V-standard
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2017
Lockheed Martin and Aerospace Industrial Development Corp (AIDC) have begun upgrading Taiwan’s F-16A/Bs to F-16V-standards. ...
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Russia to reportedly refurbish Pakistan’s IL-78 aerial tankers
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2017
Photos from the 360th Aircraft Repair Plant indicate that Russia will be refurbishing the Pakistan Air Force’s fleet of IL-78 aerial refueling-tankers. ...
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Pakistan’s U.S. ambassador revives hopes for F-16s
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2017
Pakistan’s ambassador to the U.S. expressed hope that the incoming Donald Trump administration would revive favourably-termed arms sales to Pakistan...
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Italy commissions Leonardo to design new attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2017
The Italian government has commissioned Leonardo to design a new generation attack helicopter to replace the Italian Army’s AW129s...
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JF-17 Block-II production crosses 30 planes
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2017
Photos from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex show that JF-17 Block-II has reached 33 aircraft, thus positioning 2017 as the final year of PAF Block-II production...
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Nigeria receives two Mi-35M attack helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2017
The Nigerian Air Force has taken delivery of two Mil Mi-35M attack/assault helicopters from Russia...
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Pakistan deploys new patrol boats to Gwadar
Bilal Khan
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Jan 15, 2017
The Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA)’s new 600-ton Maritime Patrol Vessels (MPV) have been deployed to the Gwadar deep-sea port...
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Pakistan Army delegation visiting Serbia
Bilal Khan
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Jan 12, 2017
A Pakistan Army delegation led by Major General Farhan Akhtar – the Director General of Artillery – is visiting Serbia...
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Finland’s Hamina-class FAC will get anti-submarine warfare torpedoes
Bilal Khan
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Jan 12, 2017
The Finnish Navy’s Hamina-class fast attack crafts (FAC) will be armed with anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedoes as part of a mid-life-update (MLU)...
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Thales: Bangabandhu Satellite-1 passes critical design review stage
Bilal Khan
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Jan 12, 2017
The Bangabandhu Satellite-1 program, which is to be Bangladesh’s first geostationary communications satellite, has passed the critical design review (CDR) stage...
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Second Kalvari-class SSK (INS Khanderi) launched
Bilal Khan
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Jan 12, 2017
The Indian Navy’s second DCNS Scorpene – i.e. Kalvari-class – diesel-electric submarine (SSK) was launched at the Mazagon Dock Shipyard...
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The Turkish forces receive first MPT-76 rifles
Bilal Khan
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Jan 11, 2017
The Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) received their first 500 MKEK MPT-76 (7.62x51 mm) battle rifles...
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Missile Technology Control Regime delegation in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jan 11, 2017
A Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) delegation visited Pakistan on Wednesday, 11 January 2017...
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Russian MiG-35 flights will begin in January
Bilal Khan
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Jan 10, 2017
Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Dmitry Rogozin, announced that the Russian Air Force’s Mikoyan MiG-35 will begin its test flights in January...
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Pakistan Army Chief oversees ‘comprehensive review’ of service arm
Bilal Khan
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Jan 10, 2017
The Pakistan Army’s Chief of Army Staff Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa has overseen a ‘comprehensive review’ of the Pakistan Army...
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Pakistan tests Babur-3 submarine-launched cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2017
The Pakistan Navy successfully test fired a Babur-3, a newly revealed submarine-launched cruise missile (SLCM) with a range of 450 km ...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries officially designates in-house utility helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) officially designated its in-house light utility helicopter design as the TAI T-625....
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India in talks with Russia for Su-30MKI spare parts manufacturing
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2017
In tandem with a logistics hub for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Su-30MKI fleet, New Delhi is in talks with Moscow to bring domestic spare parts manufacturing to India...
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Argentina renews talks with Tel Aviv for IAI Kfir Block-60
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2017
Argentina and Israel Aerospace industries (IAI) have resumed negotiations for the latter’s Kfir Block-60 multi-role fighter...
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Ukraine will develop new surface-to-air missile system
Bilal Khan
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Jan 9, 2017
The Government of Ukraine has reportedly approved the development of a new medium-range surface-to-air missile system...
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Pakistan and Romania to collaborate on defence production
Bilal Khan
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Jan 6, 2017
The Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan and the Pakistan Minister of Defence Production committed to enhancing defence production collaboration between the two countries...
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Official 2016 Nigerian budget confirms JF-17 order
Bilal Khan
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Jan 4, 2017
The officially released 2016 Nigerian budget confirms the Nigerian Air Force’s order for three JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters...
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Pakistan Navy: Efforts underway to acquire new warships
Bilal Khan
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Jan 4, 2017
The Pakistan Navy Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah announced that efforts were underway to procure new warships...
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Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) gets new chairman
Bilal Khan
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Jan 4, 2017
Pakistan’s state-owned armour vendor has selected a new chairman, Lt. Gen Muhammad Naeem Ashraf, to manage its operations and programs...
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The U.S. sanctions seven Pakistani firms
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2017
The U.S. government announced sanctions upon seven Pakistani firms, including several entities involved in various defence development…...
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Sierra Nevada Corp., and Turkish Aerospace Industries develop new trainer for USAF T-X and others
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2017
Sierra Nevada Corp. (SNC) and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) are collaborating on a clean-sheet trainer design for the U.S. Air Force T-X program…...
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Steps taken to support Saudi Arabia’s defence industry efforts
Bilal Khan
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Dec 28, 2016
With the official roll-out of the Antonov An-132D and the establishment of a Turkish-Saudi defence joint-venture, steps are being taken to support…...
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Turkey will begin receiving Anka-S drones in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Dec 28, 2016
The Turkish Armed Forces will begin receiving their satellite-communication (SATCOM)-equipped Anka-S unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in 2017…...
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DRDO tests SAAW precision-guided air-to-surface munition
Bilal Khan
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Dec 28, 2016
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) tested its Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon (SAAW), a new air-to-surface precision-guided munition…...
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STM selects Havelsan to help support Pakistan Agosta 90B upgrade
Bilal Khan
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Dec 27, 2016
STM has reportedly issued a contract to Havelsan to supply its Naval Integrated Command and Control System for the Pakistan Navy’s Agosta 90B upgrade…...
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India successfully test-fires Agni V ICBM
Bilal Khan
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Dec 27, 2016
Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully test-fired its 5,000 km Agni V intercontinental ballistic missile …...
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Shenyang FC-31 (v2) takes to the skies for the first time
Bilal Khan
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Dec 26, 2016
The second FC-31 prototype, developed and produced by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, undertook its maiden test flight…...
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Lockheed Martin awarded TSS contract for Pakistani AH-1Z
Bilal Khan
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Dec 26, 2016
The U.S. Department of Defence has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to supply its Target Sight Systems (TSS) for Pakistan’s Bell AH-1Z Viper…...
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Russia reportedly delivers first four Su-35 fighters to China
Bilal Khan
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Dec 26, 2016
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force has reportedly received its first batch of Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia…...
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Pakistan reportedly aiming to export another 100 Super Mushshak
Bilal Khan
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Dec 21, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain reportedly told local media that Pakistan is aiming to export another 100 Super Mushshak…...
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Aero Vodochody hopeful of sales to revive L-159 production
Bilal Khan
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Dec 21, 2016
Czech aircraft manufacturer Aero Vodochody is hopeful of securing new L-159 advanced trainer sales, enabling the company to revive production…...
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Federal Court of Canada will decide on GDLS LAV sale to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2016
The Federal Court of Canada will decide whether to approve or block a CAD $15 billion sale of armoured fighting vehicles to Saudi Arabia…...
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China’s Avicopter AC352 conducts maiden flight with WZ-16 engine
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2016
The Avicopter AC352, which was jointly developed by Avicopter and Airbus Helicopters, successfully conducted its maiden flight using the WZ-16 turboshaft…...
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Pakistani official mentions possible helicopter deal with Russia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2016
The Pakistan Foreign Office’s Spokesman, Nafees Zakaria, mentioned that a helicopter deal with Russia is expected to be concluded soon…...
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Pakistan will reportedly receive Mi-35 helicopters in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2016
The Pakistan Army will reportedly receive its four Mi-35 assault helicopters from Russia in 2017…...
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Pakistan’s Navy carries out missile test
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2016
Through a jointly conducted missile firing in the Arabian Sea, the Pakistan Air Force and Pakistan Navy showcased their collaborative efforts…...
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India floating AESA radar bids for HAL Tejas Mk-1A
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2016
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has issued a tender for active electronically-scanned array (AESA) radars for the HAL Tejas Mk-1A......
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Second J-31 prototype possibly close to maiden test flight
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2016
Images attributed to the second Shenyang Aircraft Corporation J-31 prototype suggest that the unit is imminently ready to conduct its maiden test flight…...
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Turkish automanufacturer BMC confirms MRAP sales to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2016
One of Turkey’s largest automakers, BMC, has recently confirmed that it has been producing mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles for Pakistan…...
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KSEW cuts steel for fourth Azmat-class fast attack craft
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2016
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works (KSEW) conducted the steel-cutting ceremony of the Pakistan Navy’s fourth Azmat-class fast attack craft (FAC)…...
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Pakistan and Oman conclude bilateral naval exercise
Bilal Khan
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Dec 16, 2016
The Pakistan Navy and Royal Navy of Oman concluded the bilateral naval exercise – ‘Thamar al Tayyib-16’ – which had taken place in the North Arabian Sea…...
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China could begin receiving Su-35 fighters before end of this year
Bilal Khan
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Dec 15, 2016
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) will reportedly begin receiving its Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters before the end of 2016…...
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Pakistan successfully tests ‘Babur Version-2’ cruise missile
Bilal Khan
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Dec 14, 2016
Pakistan test-fired an improved variant of the Babur land-attack cruise missile incorporating “advanced aerodynamics and avionics…”...
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New Pakistan Army Chief upholds commitment to COIN
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
The new Pakistan Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa affirmed his commitment to the country’s longstanding counterinsurgency effort…...
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Indonesia confirms talks with Russia for Su-35s
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
Indonesia’s Minister of Defence Ryamizard Ryacudu confirmed to state media that the Indonesian government is in talks with Russia for eight Su-35s…...
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TKMS formally hands over first 2 Type 209 submarines to Egypt
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems has formally handed over the first two of four Type 209 submarines to the Egyptian Navy…...
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Pakistan establishes naval task force to guard Gwadar and its sea-lanes
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
The Pakistan Navy has established a new task force – i.e. Task Force 88 – to protect the Gwadar deep-sea port as well as its sea lanes from conventional and non-conventional threats…...
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U.S State Department clears proposed Boeing AH-64E sale to UAE
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
The U.S. State Department cleared a proposed $3.5 billion U.S. sale of remanufactured and new AH-64E Guardian attack helicopters to the United Arab Emirates…...
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Roketsan successfully test-fired HİSAR-O medium-range SAM
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
Turkey’s leading munitions maker Roketsan successfully test-fired its HİSAR-O medium-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system…...
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Bangladesh is planning to procure eight new multi-role fighters
Bilal Khan
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Dec 9, 2016
The Government of Bangladesh plans to procure eight multi-role combat aircraft for the Bangladesh Air Force in the fiscal year 2016-2017…...
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Egypt expresses interest in defence collaboration with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 9, 2016
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi informed Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production that Cairo was interested in defence collaboration…...
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Philippines contemplating arms purchases from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 8, 2016
Manilla is considering the possibility of procuring arms from Islamabad in a bid to modernize its armed forces and diversify its supplier pool…...
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NIMR Automotive N35 and AJBAN SOV displayed at UAE National Day parade
Bilal Khan
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Dec 8, 2016
The United Arab Emirates displayed its NIMR Automotive’s N35 mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicle and AJBAN SOV during its National Day parade…...
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ISRO sees through successful remote sensing satellite launch
Bilal Khan
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Dec 8, 2016
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched the remote-sensing satellite Resourcesat-2A into orbit…...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex delivered 70 JF-17s to the Pakistan Air Force
Bilal Khan
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Dec 7, 2016
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) delivered a total of 70 JF-17 Block-I and Block-II multi-role fighters to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF)…...
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Pakistani Minister of Defence Production on official visit to Egypt
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain is on an official visit to Egypt…...
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Turkey’s Göktürk-1 earth observation satellite now in orbit
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
The European Space Centre in French Guiana successfully launched Turkey’s earth observation satellite, the Göktürk-1, into orbit…...
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Media outlet reports possible air defence deal between Pakistan and Thales
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
As per a news publisher, Pakistan and French electronics giant Thales may be negotiating a deal for an air defence system…...
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Small-arms maker Heckler & Koch reportedly leaving non-NATO market
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
The German small-arms maker Heckler & Koch is reportedly abandoning its efforts to market and sell firearms to government clients outside of NATO…...
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Nigeria receives four Super Mushshak trainers
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
The Nigerian Air Force has received four Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)…...
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Azerbaijan reaches out to Pakistan for joint-production in defence
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2016
Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan has reached out to Pakistan for the prospect of jointly producing defence hardware…...
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The Pakistan Navy will conduct an official visit to Russia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2016
The Pakistan Navy frigate PNS Alamgir will be reaching Novorossiysk in the Black Sea on Tuesday 06 December 2016 to conduct an official visit…...
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Indian Navy not yet ready to push ahead with Naval Tejas
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2016
The Indian Navy has determined that the Naval Tejas is not yet adequate for carrier operations because its low thrust-to-weight ratio…...
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T-129 ATAK begins testing MİLDAR millimeter wave radar
Bilal Khan
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Dec 1, 2016
Turkish Aerospace Industries and Meteksan Defence have begun testing the MİLDAR millimeter wave radar onboard the T-129 ATAK attack helicopter…...
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Integration of Umkhonto SAM to Algerian MEKO A200 frigate nearing completion
Bilal Khan
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Dec 1, 2016
Denel Group has announced that the integration of the Denel Dynamics Umkhonto surface-to-air missile system to an “international client” MEKO A200AN…...
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India inks M777 lightweight howitzer purchase
Bilal Khan
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Dec 1, 2016
The Government of India has inked a $750 million U.S. contract for 145 BAE Systems M777 lightweight towed howitzers…...
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Bangladesh is seeking two anti-submarine warfare helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
Bangladesh’s Directorate General of Defence Purchases (DGDP) has released a tender for two anti-submarine warfare helicopters…...
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France’s Safran Group will support Kaveri turbofan development
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
France’s Safran Group will be supporting Gas Turbine Research Establishment in the final development work areas of the Kaveri turbofan…...
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Nigerian Air Force Chief confirms expected JF-17 deliveries
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
The Nigerian Air Force’s Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar confirmed that the delivery of JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters is expected…...
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Denel and Yugoimport-SDPR compete for Pakistan’s wheeled self-propelled howitzer requirement
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
Denel Land Systems and Yugoimport-SDPR are competing for the Pakistan Army’s requirement for a self-propelled howitzer…...
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Iraq reportedly seeking HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missiles
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
Iraq is reportedly close to finalizing a purchase of HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from China…...
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Pakistan possibly re-interested in Oplot-M main battle tank
Bilal Khan
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Nov 29, 2016
With Ukroboronprom offering the Malyshev Factory Oplot-M main battle tank to the Pakistan Army, has Pakistan’s interest in the tank been renewed?...
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Turkey’s STM offers FAC-55 missile boat to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2016
At the 2016 International Defence Exhibition and Seminar, the Turkish shipbuilder STM offered its FAC-55 high-speed missile boat to the Pakistan Navy…...
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Azerbaijan rekindles interest in the JF-17 Thunder
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2016
The Azerbaijani Air and Air Defence Force has reportedly rekindled its interest in the JF-17 Thunder lightweight multi-role fighter…...
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Takeaways from IDEAS (Part 2): Increased activity from Pakistan’s private sector
Bilal Khan
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Nov 26, 2016
An overview of key procurement and industry trends observed during the 2016 International Defence Exhibition and Seminar…...
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Aselsan eager to expand activities in Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Nov 25, 2016
After securing several key subsystem contracts from the Pakistani armed forces, the Turkish defence giant Aselsan is eager to expand its business in Pakistan....
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Pakistan seeking 4 to 6 new fast attack crafts to guard Gwadar
Bilal Khan
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Nov 25, 2016
The Pakistan Navy is looking to procure four to six fast attack craft missile boats for deployment at Gwadar, the country’s new deep-sea port....
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Pakistan reportedly committed to a total of 250 JF-17 Thunders
Bilal Khan
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Nov 25, 2016
Pakistan Air Force (PAF) officials have reportedly told local Pakistani media outlets, including The Express Tribune, that the PAF is committed to procuring a total of 250 JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters. Notes & Comments: Officially, the...
Antonov assembles first An-132 light transport
Bilal Khan
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Nov 24, 2016
Antonov has assembled its first An-132 light transport aircraft, which it plans to market as a replacement for aging An-32s…...
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IDEAS 2016: Pakistan Aeronautical Complex signs MoU with French company
Bilal Khan
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Nov 24, 2016
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex has signed a memorandum of understanding with a French company…...
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IDEAS 2016: Pakistan Ordnance Factories and Česká Zbrojovka will begin talks on small arms (BREN 2?)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 24, 2016
Pakistan Ordnance Factories signed a ‘letter of understanding’ Česká Zbrojovka, the maker of the CZ-806 BREN 2 assault rifle to negotiate…...
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Heavy Industries Taxila and Ukraine sign $600 million MoU
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2016
Pakistan’s Heavy Industries Taxila and Ukrspecexport sign $600 million U.S. memorandum of understanding involving various armour programs…...
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IDEAS 2016: Turkey inks 52 Super Mushshak deal with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2016
The Turkish Undersecretariat of Defence Industries has inked a purchase of 52 Super Mushshak screening trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)....
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IDEAS 2016: Pakistan Ordnance Factories sign MoUs with Czech and Polish industry groups
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2016
Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) has signed Memoranda of Understandings (MoU) with Czechoslovak Group and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa…...
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IDEAS 2016: Pakistan’s next-generation assault/battle rifle program(s)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2016
A news report claims that FN Herstal and Beretta have been shortlisted as candidates to replace the Pakistan Army’s Heckler & Koch G-3 battle rifles…...
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IDEAS 2016: Integrated Dynamics reveals the Arrow, an optionally piloted vehicle
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2016
Pakistani private sector vendor Integrated Dynamics is previewing an optionally piloted vehicle at the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar…...
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Turkey is interested in the S-400 long-range SAM system
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2016
Turkish Defence Minister Fikri Işık said that Turkey is seeking the S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile system from Russia…...
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IDEAS 2016: Blitzkrieg Defense Solutions Hamza 8×8 MCV
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2016
Pakistani private sector vendor Blitzkrieg Defense Solutions (formerly Cavalier) will be showcasing a new 8x8 wheeled multi-role combat vehicle…...
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U.S. State Department greenlights Qatar F-15QA sale
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2016
The U.S. Department of State has formally greenlighted a proposed $21 billion U.S. sale of up to 72 Boeing F-15QA fighters to Qatar…...
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The U.S. intends to replace Afghanistan’s Mi-17s with UH-60A Black Hawk utility helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2016
The U.S. is intending to replace the Afghan Air Force’s Russian-built Mi-17 transport and utility helicopters with UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters…...
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Turkey and Pakistan commit to strengthening defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
On the heels of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s official visit to Pakistan, the Turkish Chief of General Staff and Pakistan Chief of Army Staff committed…...
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Denel Dynamics lands Brazilian A-Darter integration contract
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
Denel Dynamics has received a contract from Brazil to integrate the A-Darter high off-boresight air-to-air missile to the FX2 – i.e. Gripen NG – fighter…...
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China and Pakistan conduct fourth bilateral naval exercise
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) and the Pakistan Navy are conducting their fourth bilateral naval exercise…...
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China declares aircraft carrier Liaoning ‘combat ready’
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has declared that the Liaoning, its first and only aircraft carrier, is now ‘combat ready.’...
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India test flies homegrown unmanned aerial vehicle – RUSTOM-II
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
India has successfully test flown its indigenously developed medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, the RUSTOM-II…...
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IDEAS 2016 Preview: Heavy Industries Taxila will unveil a new armoured personnel carrier
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2016
Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) will unveil what it describes as “Pakistan’s first indigenous APC ” at the International…...
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Pakistan conducts land and air exercises near Bahawalpur
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2016
The Pakistan Army and the Pakistan Air Force are conducting a joint military exercise in the Khairpur-Tamiwali area near Bahawalpur…...
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IDEAS 2016 Preview: Turkey will ink MoU with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2016
The Turkish Ministry of Defence will sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex during IDEAS 2016…...
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Pakistan commissions new naval base with VLF transmission station
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2016
The Pakistan Navy has commissioned a new naval base – PNS Hameed – in Sindh. PNS Hameed is also Pakistan’s first installation with very low frequency…...
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IDEAS 2016 Preview: Denel Land Systems will showcase the T5-52 howitzer
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2016
South Africa’s Denel Land Systems will showcase its T5-52 truck-mounted self-propelled howitzer at the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar…...
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Bangladesh adds submarines to naval fleet
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Nov 14, 2016
The Bangladesh Navy has taken delivery of two refurbished Type 035G diesel-electric submarines (SSK) – BNS Nabajatra and BNS Joyjatra – from China....
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Turkey confirms intention to both import and develop long-range SAMs
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2016
The head of the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) Dr. İsmail Demir reiterated SSM’s intention to develop a long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex open to private sector engagement
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2016
The Chairman of Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) – Air Marshal Arshad Malik – has called on the Pakistani private sector to participate in PAC programs…...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex’s Pratt & Whitney PT6 MRO facility nearing readiness
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2016
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) seems to be close to completing its Pratt & Whitney PT6 maintenance, repair and overhaul facility…...
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IDEAS 2016 Preview: Private manufacturer will showcase ‘High Mobility Tactical Vehicle’
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2016
Private auto-manufacturer Metal Engineering Works is scheduled to unveil and demonstrate a ‘High Mobility Tactical Vehicle’ next week …...
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Turkey’s TÜBİTAK-SAGE showcases electromagnetic railgun progress
Bilal Khan
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Nov 11, 2016
Turkey’s munitions developer TÜBİTAK showcased its progress in developing an electromagnetic railgun solution to the Turkish government…...
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Sudan orders six Guizhou FTC-2000 fighter-trainers
Bilal Khan
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Nov 11, 2016
The Sudanese Air Force ordered six Guizhou FTC-2000 lead-in fighter-trainers from China....
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Malaysia orders four Chinese surface warships
Bilal Khan
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Nov 10, 2016
The Royal Malaysian Navy will procure four surface warships from China. These combatants have been designed “Littoral Mission Ships” (LMS)…...
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Saudi Arabia will order five corvettes from Spain’s Navantia
Bilal Khan
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Nov 10, 2016
Saudi Arabia will reportedly order five Avante 2200 corvettes from the Spanish shipbuilder Navantia…...
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Sweden orders Targo HMD/S for Gripen E/F
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2016
The Swedish Defence Material Administration has ordered an unspecified number of Targo helmet-mounted display and sight systems for …...
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CM-302 anti-ship cruise missile: China’s BrahMos Competitor?
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2016
At Air Show China, which took place in Zhuhai last week, China Aerospace Science & Industry Corporation (CASC) had marketed a new supersonic…...
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South African arms exports almost $200 million U.S. in 2015
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2016
South Africa’s armaments exports amounted to more than $196 million U.S. in 2015; 2,743 permits were released for 86 countries....
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The Pakistan Army undertakes nighttime exercise, stresses net-centric warfare
Bilal Khan
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Nov 8, 2016
The Pakistan Army recently undertook a nighttime exercise in the Kharian-Gujranwala area. It also utilized a “newly inducted hi-tech net enabled virtual war room.”...
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Saudi Arabia reportedly interested in the JF-17 Thunder
Bilal Khan
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Nov 8, 2016
The Royal Saudi Air Force is reportedly interested in procuring a “hefty” number of JF-17 Thunder lightweight multi-role fighters…...
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New Delhi orders 83 HAL Tejas light combat aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Nov 7, 2016
The Government of India has ordered 83 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas fighters, 15 HAL Light Combat Helicopters, and 494 T-90 main battle tanks…...
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CETC offers new ZDK06 AEW&C for export, hints platform options
Bilal Khan
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Nov 7, 2016
China Electronics Technology Group (CETC) began marketing its new AEW&C offering in the form of KJ-200-based ZDK06. Hinted of letting customers choose platforms…...
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China marketing diverse range of air-to-surface weaponry
Bilal Khan
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Nov 6, 2016
At the Zhuhai Air Show, the Chinese defence industry showcased its diverse range air-to-surface munitions and solutions. IHS Jane’s reports that the Ying Sun (YINGS) III is a day and night-capable laser-targeting pod available in three...
Pakistan Air Chief meets China’s Minister of Defence
Bilal Khan
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Nov 4, 2016
Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman met with China’s Minister of Defence General Chang Wanquan in Beijing....
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Aselsan selected to provide ESM for Pakistani Agosta 90Bs
Bilal Khan
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Nov 4, 2016
Turkish defence giant Aselsan’s ARES-2SC/NS electronic support measures (ESM) system was selected as part of Pakistan’s Agosta 90B submarine upgrade program. The news comes from IHS Jane’s, which learned of the acquisition from Aselsan during Indo...
Aviation vendors take aim at Indonesia’s F-5E replacement program
Bilal Khan
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Nov 4, 2016
Saab, Lockheed Martin, Dassault, United Aircraft Corporation and Airbus Defence and Space are taking aim at Indonesia’s call for new fighter …...
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Indonesia’s PT Palindo Marine showcases mini-submarine design
Bilal Khan
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Nov 4, 2016
Indonesia’s PT Palindo Marine showcased its mini-submarine design at Indo-Defence 2016, a 22-metre ship oriented for special forces operations in littoral waters…...
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Pakistan raises Frontier Constabulary salary, but law-enforcement agencies still in need
Bilal Khan
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Nov 2, 2016
The Government of Pakistan has approved a salary increase for the Frontier Constabulary and an upgrade package for Islamabad police…...
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Pakistan Air Force Chief attended the Zhuhai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 2, 2016
The Pakistan Air Force’s Chief of Air Staff had attended the opening ceremony of the Zhuhai Air Show and with his Chinese counterparts…...
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Turkey orders second batch of F-35 Lightning II fighters
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2016
Turkey has greenlighted an order for the second batch of Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighters for the Turkish Air Force…...
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Chengdu J-20 makes public debut at Zhuhai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2016
The People Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF)’s newest fighter aircraft, the Chengdu J-20, recently made its public debut at the 2016 Zhuhai Air Show…...
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Indonesian & Turkish firms showcase new medium tank
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2016
The Turkish armour vehicle manufacturer FNSS Savunma Sistemleri and Indonesian defence vendor PT Pindad have unveiled the collaborative tank program, the Modern Medium Weight Tank (MMWT), at Indo Defence 2016, Indonesia’s bi-annual defence exhibition. Notes &...
KLJ-7A: Proposed AESA radar for the JF-17 Block-III
Bilal Khan
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Oct 31, 2016
The Nanjing Research Institute of Electronics Technology (NRIET) has unveiled a new active electronically-scanned array (AESA) radar for the JF-17 …...
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AVIC showcases Cloud Shadow jet-powered UAV for export
Bilal Khan
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Oct 31, 2016
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) is showcasing a new jet-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) – the Cloud Shadow…...
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Pakistan Air Chief meets Italian Chief of Defence Staff
Bilal Khan
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Oct 31, 2016
The Pakistan Air Force Chief-of-Staff Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman met with Italy’s Chief-of-Defence Staff General Claudio Graziano…...
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Turkey & Pakistan conduct bilateral naval exercise
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2016
The Turkish Navy and Pakistan Navy conducted a bilateral naval exercise in the northern area of the Arabian Sea. The visiting TCG Büyükada also participated...
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Roketsan Temren anti-ship missile will arm Turkish Seahawks
Bilal Khan
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Oct 30, 2016
The Turkish government has decided to arm the Turkish Navy’s SH-60 Seahawk helicopters with Roketsan’s short-range anti-ship missile, the Temren…...
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Pakistan Air Force Chief on official visit to Italy
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
The Pakistan Air Force Chief of Air Staff is currently on an official visit to Italy on the invitation of the Italian Air Force…...
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KMW delivers batch of new Leopard 2A7+ MBTs to Qatar
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
German armour vendor Krauss-Maffei Wegmann has delivered a batch of new-built Leopard 2A7+ main battle tanks to Qatar....
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India will lease a second Akula-class nuclear attack submarine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
The Indian Navy will lease a second Akula-class nuclear attack submarine (SSN) to take over from its current Akula-class SSN, INS Chakra…...
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Pakistan & Qatar commit to stronger defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
Whilst visiting Pakistan, a high-level Qatari delegation has echoed the Pakistani government’s call for strengthening defence ties between the two countries....
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The Pakistan Navy assumes command of anti-piracy coalition CTF-151
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
The Pakistan Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force (CTF)-151, an anti-piracy coalition, from the Republic of Korea Navy…...
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Bangladesh orders $11.5m in tactical radios from Barrett Communications
Bilal Khan
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Oct 27, 2016
The Bangladesh Ministry of Defence has awarded a $15 million AUD ($11m U.S.) contract to Barrett Communications for tactical radio communications equipment …...
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Turkish Navy corvette TCG Büyükada on goodwill visit to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2016
The Turkish Navy Ada-class TCG Büyükada corvette is on a goodwill visit to Pakistan, which will also involve joint training and other initiatives …...
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Reports claim India will not use DRDO AIP to power Scorpenes
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2016
The Indian Navy has reportedly decided to omit to integrate a homegrown air-independent propulsion system to its forthcoming DCNS Scorpene submarines …...
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Details emerge of Pakistan’s Agosta 90B upgrade program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 25, 2016
Initial details have emerged of the upgrades intended for the Pakistan Navy Agosta 90B submarines, which will be undertaken by the Turkish contractor STM....
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South Korea’s DSME launches second Indonesian Type 209/1400 SSK
Bilal Khan
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Oct 25, 2016
South Korean shipbuilder Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) launched the second of three Type 209/1400 SSKs for the Indonesian Navy …...
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HAL & Safran inaugurate joint MRO facility
Bilal Khan
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Oct 25, 2016
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and Safran Helicopters Engines inaugurated a jointly-owned maintenance, repair and overhaul facility for turboshaft engines…...
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Ecuadorian Air Force will sell-off HAL Dhruv helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Oct 24, 2016
The Ecuadorian Air Force is looking to sell-off its three remaining Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Dhruv helicopters following a challenging operational run since 2009…...
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Textron AirLand Scorpion successfully test-fires munitions
Bilal Khan
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Oct 24, 2016
The Textron AirLand Scorpion light combat aircraft successfully test-fired Hydra-70 unguided rockets, laser-guided APKWS, & AGM-114F Hellfire ATGM......
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Hyundai offers glimpse of upcoming Philippine Navy frigates
Bilal Khan
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Oct 24, 2016
Hyundai Heavy Industries has released an illustration alongside preliminary information regarding its recently won contract to supply the Philippines ......
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Pakistan successfully concludes first PACES Competition
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2016
The Pakistan Army successfully hosted its first international infantry fitness and combat readiness competition – PACES 2016....
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Turkey’s Aselsan markets naval subsystem solutions
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2016
At Euronaval 2016, the Turkish defence giant Aselsan marketed its TORK, ZOKA, HIZIR, Intercept Sonar, and ASIST…...
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India’s HCL Technologies Ltd. will acquire U.S.-based Butler Aerospace
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2016
Indian IT services giant HCL Technologies will acquire the U.S.-based engineering consulting firm Butler Aerospace for $85 million U.S. …...
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India & Russia will jointly manufacture Ka-226T helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Oct 20, 2016
New Delhi and Moscow agreed to jointly manufacture Kamov Ka-226T light utility helicopters in India as a means to help meet Indian armed forces needs......
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Bulgarian shipbuilder MTG Dolphin reveals K-90 corvette
Bilal Khan
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Oct 20, 2016
The Bulgarian shipbuilder MTG Dolphin has revealed its K-90 corvette design during the Euronaval 2016 exhibition taking place in Paris …...
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Ukraine & Poland discuss possibility of a joint helicopter program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 20, 2016
Ukraine and Poland are discussing the prospect of jointly developing and producing a utility helicopter that could be marketed in Central and Eastern Europe …...
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Airbus presses ahead with C295W gunship configuration
Bilal Khan
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Oct 20, 2016
Airbus Defence and Space has signed a number of agreements over the past several months to configure the C295W as a gunship…...
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BAE working to secure new Eurofighter Typhoon orders
Bilal Khan
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Oct 19, 2016
In the backdrop of Dassault’s Rafale sales over the past year to Egypt, Qatar, and India, BAE is working to secure fresh Eurofighter Typhoon sales …...
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories exports up by 325%
Bilal Khan
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Oct 19, 2016
Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF)’s exports increased 325% year-over-year (YoY) in 2015-2016 in comparison to 2014-2015....
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Turkey opens long-range surface-to-air missile tender to Russia
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2016
In a bid to normalize ties, Ankara has invited Moscow to compete in the former’s long-range surface-to-air missile program …...
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France’s DCNS introduces new naval solutions
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2016
The French naval vendor DCNS has unveiled three marquee naval solutions at Euronaval Exhibition, which is currently taking place this week (until 21 October). SMX 3.0 conventional submarine concept The SMX 3.0 is being envisaged as...
India begins search for MiG-21 replacement
Bilal Khan
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Oct 17, 2016
The Government of India has begun the process of selecting probable candidates for replacing the Indian Air Force’s legacy MiG-21 interceptors …...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex looks to make market gains in Africa
Bilal Khan
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Oct 17, 2016
With the JF-17 Thunder and Super Mushshak, Pakistan Aeronautical Complex is working to make concrete market gains in Africa …...
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China confirms submarine sale to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2016
In a recent conference, the Chairman of China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation confirmed that it has secured a sale of 8 submarines to Pakistan …...
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Russia & India ink much-awaited S-400 long-range SAM deal
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2016
New Delhi and Moscow signed an intergovernmental agreement over the purchase of S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile systems …...
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Rolls-Royce seeks to participate in Turkey’s next-gen fighter program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 13, 2016
Rolls-Royce is reportedly seeking to participate in the TFX, the Turkish Air Force’s envisaged next-generation fighter program …...
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Paramount Group gearing up to manufacture AHRLAC from early 2017
Bilal Khan
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Oct 13, 2016
South Africa’s private sector defence giant Paramount Group is gearing up to begin manufacturing the AHRLAC from early 2017…...
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Pakistan & Ukraine discuss joint-venture possibilities in tanks & ships
Bilal Khan
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Oct 12, 2016
With Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production’s visit to Kiev, Ukraine and Pakistan discussed the prospect of jointly manufacturing tanks and ships....
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Bangladesh orders an Airbus C295W tactical-lift/transport
Bilal Khan
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Oct 12, 2016
Bangladesh ordered a single C295W tactical-lift transporter from Airbus Defence and Space for the Bangladesh Army Aviation branch......
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Pakistan Minister of Defence Production & Heavy Industries Taxila Chairman visiting Ukraine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 11, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production and the Chairman of Heavy Industries Taxila are visiting Ukraine to attend the 2016 Arms and Security exhibition....
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Russia’s Buyan-M corvettes could get Pantsir-SM air defence system
Bilal Khan
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Oct 11, 2016
The Russian Navy’s Project 21631 Buyan-M corvettes could soon be equipped with the Pantsir-SM surface-to-air missile system …...
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U.S. introduces declaration for guiding armed drone exports
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2016
The White House – and 40 other countries – have introduced a joint declaration to guide the export of armed unmanned aerial vehicles …...
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Airbus Defence & Space demos C295 in-flight tanker form
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2016
Airbus Defence and Space demonstrated the C295’s in-flight tanker format using the hose-and-drogue method ......
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JF-17 participated in Russian-Pakistani bilateral exercise
Bilal Khan
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Oct 7, 2016
According to the Russian Ministry of Defence, the JF-17 Thunder and AH-1F/S Cobra were used to provide close air support coverage …...
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Turkish universities agree to collaborate on turboshaft technology
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2016
The Anka University of Technology and Kharkov Technical University have agreed to collaborate on turboshaft engine technology for use on helicopters....
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India may not procure additional Rafales; another platform?
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2016
The Indian Ministry of Defence is reportedly not firm on the idea of additional Rafale fighters, may opt for another platform instead …...
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Pakistan will export 100 Super Mushshak trainers to Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2016
As per Lt. Gen Abdul Qayyum, the Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Defence, Pakistan will export 100 Super Mushshak trainers to Turkey…...
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Pakistan Aeronautical Complex was key to repairing Saab Erieye AEW&Cs
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2016
According to Lt. Gen Abdul Qayyum (retd), Chairman of Pakistan’s Senate Standing Committee on Defence, said two Erieye AEW&C units were repaired by PAC…...
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India Rafale offsets in motion, Dassault partners with Reliance Group
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2016
Dassault Aviation will partner with private sector Reliance Group to begin executing its commercial offset commitments in India....
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Newly ordered AW139 helicopters appear to be for the Pakistan Army
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2016
Photos of the first of at least four Leonardo AW139 utility helicopters destined for Pakistan have recently surfaced. They appear to be for the Army....
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Egypt takes delivery of second MRAP batch from U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2016
Egypt took delivery of the second batch of mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicles from the U.S....
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Analysts skeptical of India’s “surgical strikes” claim
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2016
Security analysts have received the Government of India’s claim about engaging “surgical strikes” in Pakistani Kashmir with skepticism....
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Bahrain could keep Lockheed Martin’s F-16 line open
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2016
A proposed sale of new-built F-16V multi-role fighters would allow Lockheed Martin to keep its F-16 production line open....
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Pakistan looks to make inroads in Azeri defence market
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and representatives from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex and Pakistan Ordnance Factories …...
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Armenia shows-off Iskander-E short-range ballistic missile
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2016
Armenia showcased its Iskander-E short-range ballistic missile systems on its Independence Day parade which took place …...
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South Africa’s High Commissioner called on Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2016
South Africa’s High Commissioner to Pakistan Mr. Mpendulo Kumalo called on Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain … ...
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Denel and Saudi company ITEAC Group agree to jointly market Ingwe anti-tank missile to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2016
Denel Dynamics and ITEAC Group, a Saudi company, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly market Denel’s…...
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Pakistan’s counter-insurgency training centre upgraded
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2016
Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif has inaugurated a series of upgrades made to the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) … ...
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Third Tejas Serial Production unit almost ready for induction
Bilal Khan
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Sep 25, 2016
The third Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Series Production (SP) unit for the Indian Air Force (IAF) is close to induction…...
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Pakistan and Russia begin first-ever bilateral military exercise
Bilal Khan
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Sep 25, 2016
With 200 soldiers from both countries participating, Pakistan and Russia have kicked-off their first ever bilateral exercise – Friendship 2016....
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India inks long-awaited Rafale deal
Bilal Khan
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Sep 23, 2016
The Government of India has finally inked an $8.8 billion U.S. deal with France for 36 Dassault Rafale multi-role fighters and lucrative offsets....
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Britain orders Leonardo BriteCloud ECM decoys
Bilal Khan
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Sep 22, 2016
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has recently ordered a batch of Leonardo BriteCloud electronic countermeasure (ECM) decoys for operational evaluation purposes. ...
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Pakistan kicks-off major air exercise
Bilal Khan
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Sep 22, 2016
Unperturbed by a rise in tensions along the Line of Control, Pakistan has initiated High Mark 2016, a major air exercise…...
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Indonesia is eager to sell defence goods to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Sep 21, 2016
Wiranto – Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Political, Security, and Legal Affairs – extended an offer to sell defence equipment to Pakistan....
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Aero Vodochody resumes L-159 production (for one unit)
Bilal Khan
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Sep 21, 2016
As part of its order for the Iraqi Air Force, the Czech aerospace vendor Aero Vodochody has manufactured a new-built L-159....
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Turkey’s Havelsan seeks to patent submarine subsystems
Bilal Khan
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Sep 21, 2016
Turkish defence vendor Havelsan has recently applied to patent four newly developed submarine subsystems. ...
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Italy’s defence minister visited Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2016
Italy’s Minister of Defence Roberta Pinotti visited Pakistan on Tuesday to discuss matters of mutual interest....
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Pakistan: Military drills with Russia still proceeding
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2016
According to Pakistan’s Ambassador to Russia Qazi Khalilullah, the country’s military exercises with Russia will be proceeding as planned....
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Egypt takes delivery of second Mistral helicopter carrier
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2016
The Egyptian Navy took delivery of its second Mistral landing helicopter dock (LHD) – the Anwar el-Sadat....
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South Africa eager to enhance defence ties with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2016
South Africa will be opening a Defence Attaché office in Islamabad to help accelerate defence issues of mutual interest to fruition....
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Sudan’s SAFAT Aviation Group showcased “Burkan” PGB at AAD
Bilal Khan
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Sep 18, 2016
Sudan’s SAFAT Aviation Group showcased its “Burkan” precision-guided bomb at the 2016 Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition....
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Russia: No Su-35 negotiations with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Sep 18, 2016
An official representative of Rosoboronexport, Russia’s state-owned arms export agency, stated that there are no Su-35 negotiations with Pakistan....
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Denel secures Airbus Helicopters’ support for the Rooivalk
Bilal Khan
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Sep 15, 2016
Denel Aviation and Airbus Helicopters have agreed to collaborate on upgrading the Rooivalk Mk1 helicopters currently in use by South Africa....
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Nigeria will ink JF-17 deal in November
Bilal Khan
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Sep 15, 2016
Nigeria will ink a contract with Pakistan for an undisclosed number of JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters in November....
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Pakistani defence industry looking to make inroads in Africa
Bilal Khan
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Sep 15, 2016
A defence production delegation led by the Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain is attending Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD)....
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India’s second Project 15B destroyer to be launched on Saturday
Bilal Khan
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Sep 14, 2016
The Indian Navy’s second Visakhapatnam-class (Project 15B) destroyer, Mormugao, is scheduled to be launched on 17 September 2016....
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Boeing & Saab lift covers off USAF T-X offering
Bilal Khan
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Sep 14, 2016
On Tuesday, Boeing and Saab unveiled two production models of their offering for the U.S. Air Force T-X trainer competition....
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Third Azmat-class fast attack craft will be launched on this week
Bilal Khan
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Sep 13, 2016
The third Pakistan Navy Azmat-class fast attack craft is scheduled to be launched this Friday, 16 September 2016....
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Pakistan seeking Russian electronic support measures technology
Bilal Khan
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Sep 13, 2016
Pakistan’s National Radio & Telecom Corporation is hoping to secure Russian electronic support measures technology....
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Saab & Denel pair up to offer credible air defence solutions
Bilal Khan
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Sep 12, 2016
Saab and Denel have partnered to develop a sound air defence solution using the Giraffe AMB radar and Umkhonto SAM, respectively....
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Russia & Pakistan to hold bilateral military exercises
Bilal Khan
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Sep 12, 2016
Pakistan and Russia will be holding their first bilateral military exercise – designated ‘Friendship-2016’ - before the end of this year....
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China decommissions another Type 051 destroyer
Bilal Khan
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Sep 11, 2016
The People Liberation Army Navy has recently decommissioned the Nanchang, one of its remaining Type 051 destroyers....
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Tata will produce P-8 components for Boeing
Bilal Khan
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Sep 11, 2016
Tata Advanced Materials Limited will produce various composite materials, namely interior panels, for Boeing’s P-8 maritime patrol aircraft....
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Russian media reports suggest Pakistani interest in the Su-35 is genuine
Bilal Khan
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Sep 8, 2016
Numerous Pakistani officials have reportedly told Russian media outlets that the Pakistan Air Force’s interest in the Su-35 is genuine....
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Egypt & Russia reportedly sign training agreement for Ka-52 attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Sep 8, 2016
Russia and Egypt have reportedly signed an agreement which will enable Egyptian pilots to train for the Ka-52 attack helicopter in Russia....
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China reveals 70km version of HQ-16 surface-to-air missile system
Bilal Khan
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Sep 7, 2016
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation seems to have developed a 70km range version of its HQ-16 surface-to-air missile system....
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China announces plans for next-gen strategic bomber
Bilal Khan
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Sep 6, 2016
The commander of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force recently confirmed the existence of a next-generation strategic bomber program...
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HAL’s Light Utility Helicopter successfully undertakes maiden flight
Bilal Khan
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Sep 6, 2016
On 6 September, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s Light Utility Helicopter successfully undertook its maiden test flight....
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Pakistan hopeful of stronger defence ties with Russia
Bilal Khan
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Sep 5, 2016
Pakistan’s new ambassador to Russia, Qazi Khalilullah, indicated that discussions for various arms were underway between the two governments....
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India may step away from additional Scorpene submarines
Bilal Khan
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Sep 4, 2016
The Government of India may walk away from the idea of acquiring an additional three Scorpene conventional submarines from France’s DCNS....
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Turkey reportedly in talks for SAMP/T Aster 30 SAM
Bilal Khan
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Sep 4, 2016
Turkey is reportedly in negotiations with Eurosam for the acquisition of the SAMP/T Aster-30 long-range surface-to-air missile system....
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U.S. proposes new rules for global armed drones market
Bilal Khan
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Sep 2, 2016
The United States State Department has begun proposing a series of measures to a number countries aimed at managing the export of armed drones. ...
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U.S. reportedly close to approving Qatar & Kuwait fighter deals
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
The U.S. will reportedly approve the sale of F-15Es and F/A-18E/Fs to Qatar and Kuwait, respectively, in the coming days....
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Otokar pushes for Turkish Army Altay MBT production
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
The Turkish defence vendor Otokar has submitted its final offer to the Turkish government for the Turkish Army’s Altay tank production contract....
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Saudi Arabia reportedly signs armed UAV deal with China
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
Saudi Arabia has reportedly signed on to buy an undisclosed number of Wing Loong armed unmanned aerial vehicles from China....
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Denel seeking partners for lightweight artillery
Bilal Khan
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Aug 31, 2016
South Africa’s Denel is seeking overseas partners to help it finish the development of its Lightweight Experimental Ordnance (LEO) howitzers....
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India & Russia will raise logistics hub to support IAF Flankers.
Bilal Khan
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Aug 31, 2016
India and Russia have agreed to a $300 million U.S. plan to establish a logistics hub to support the Indian Air Force’s Su-30MKI Flanker fleet....
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The Pakistan Navy takes delivery of third ATR-72
Bilal Khan
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Aug 31, 2016
The Pakistan Navy took delivery of its third ATR-72 MPA as well as a batch (of an undisclosed amount) of ScanEagle UAVs....
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STM Turkey in talks to design corvette for Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2016
STM Turkey announced that it is contact with Pakistan over the prospect of a corvette project similar to the MILGEM....
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Euphrates Shield: Turkey pushes further into Syria
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2016
A round-up of news stories on Turkey’s entry into the Syrian Civil War....
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China consolidates aircraft engine development efforts
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2016
By establishing Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC), Beijing is looking consolidate its aircraft engine development and manufacturing efforts....
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India test launches scramjet engine
Bilal Khan
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Aug 28, 2016
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully test-launched its scramjet engine from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh....
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Pakistan orders 4 Leonardo AW139 utility helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 28, 2016
Pakistan ordered four Leonardo AW139 utility helicopters for transport and emergency medical services (EMS) purposes....
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Nigeria looks to Pakistan for training support
Bilal Khan
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Aug 28, 2016
The Nigerian Air Force requested the Pakistan Army and Pakistan Air Force to provide training and capacity building support....
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Pakistan will start receiving its new submarines from 2022
Bilal Khan
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Aug 27, 2016
The Pakistan Navy will receive the first of its eight conventional submarines on order from China from 2022. The order will be completed by 2028....
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USAF T-X: Northrop Grumman’s Model 400 prototype
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2016
Northrop Grumman was seen conducting taxi trials of its T-X prototype, the Model 400....
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Reports of Turkish Army attacks on Kurdish forces
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2016
A summary of reports outlining clashes involving the Turkish Army and the Kurdish forces, especially the YPG....
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Turkish Army & Free Syrian Army dislodged ISIS from Jarabulus
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2016
With the support of the Turkish Army, the Free Syrian Army has dislodged ISIS from the town of Jarabulus on the Turkish-Syrian border. ...
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Turkish Airlines chairman offers pilots to the Turkish Air Force
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2016
In the aftermath of a failed coup, the Turkish government is given the option to access its airline pilots in order to rebuild its fighter pilot ranks....
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Iran showcases Bavar-373 long-range surface-to-air missile system
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2016
Iran recently unveiled what it claims to be an indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile system, the Bavar-373....
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French shipbuilder DCNS suffers major data leak
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2016
Confidential details of DCNS’s Scorpene-class submarine, which is in use by India, Malaysia, and Chile were leaked in a 22K+ page document....
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STM Turkey building momentum in global shipbuilding market
Bilal Khan
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Aug 23, 2016
The Turkish shipbuilder is growing in the global shipbuilding market, especially in the naval sphere thanks to its products and engineering services....
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories exports hit $100m for current year
Bilal Khan
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Aug 23, 2016
According to Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production, Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF)’s exports have hit $100 million U.S. for this year....
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Turkey invited Pakistan to participate in next-gen TFX fighter program
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
Turkey invited Pakistan to participate in the development of the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ next-generation TFX multi-role fighter program....
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Hypersonic Glide Vehicles: A new form of strategic deterrence?
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
During the 2016 Missile Defense Symposium, hypersonic glide vehicles were defined as a core threat by American defence planners and thinkers....
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Russia is receiving overseas requests for its Ratnik infantry system.
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
The Ratnik infantry combat system is drawing requests from a number of overseas parties, only months after being available for export....
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Indian Ministry of Defence will shift development funding to procurement
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
The Indian Ministry of Defence will re-allocate $8.46 billion U.S. in unspent development funding to procurements....
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Leonardo is looking to position Airlander airship as an ISR platform
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
Italian defence giant Leonardo is looking to position the Hybrid Air Vehicles Airlander into an intelligence, surveillance & reconnaissance platform....
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Polish delegation visited Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
A delegation led by Poland’s Deputy Minister of National Defence, Mr. Bartosz Kownacki, met with Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production....
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Turkey’s next-gen fighter delayed in failed coup aftermath
Bilal Khan
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Aug 18, 2016
The British government’s decision to monitor Turkey’s political climate in the aftermath of the failed coup attempt will delay the TFX....
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New Pakistan Navy Fleet Tanker will be launched this week
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
The Pakistan Navy’s new 15,600-ton fleet tanker, built in cooperation with Turkey’s STM, will be launched on Friday....
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Pakistan’s HQ-16 surface-to-air missile plans
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
An overview of Pakistan’s HQ-16/LY-80 medium-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system plans....
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Egypt’s MiG-29s will have IRST, targeting pods & modern EW systems.
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
The Egyptian Air Force’s forthcoming MiG-29s will reportedly come with infrared search & track systems, targeting pods and modern EW systems....
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Algeria & Leonardo will jointly manufacture helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
The Algerian Ministry of National Defence and Italian defence vendor Leonardo signed a MoU to jointly produce helicopters....
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Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) CEO hopeful of sales to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 16, 2016
In an interview, the CEO of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), Muharram Dörtkaşlı, was hopeful of securing major contracts from the Pakistani military....
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Second batch of Bangladesh Navy corvettes enter production
Bilal Khan
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Aug 16, 2016
The second batch of C13B (i.e. Type 056) corvettes for the Bangladesh Navy has recently entered production in China....
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Sri Lanka presses ahead with new fighter plans
Bilal Khan
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Aug 13, 2016
The Government of Sri Lanka has approved the Sri Lankan Air Force’s plan to procure a squadron of new fighter aircraft to supplant its ageing fleet....
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Lockheed Martin is testing “Dual Mode” laser-guided bombs
Bilal Khan
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Aug 11, 2016
Lockheed Martin is testing new “Dual Mode Plus” laser guided bombs which use satellite-aided inertial navigation systems for redundancy. ...
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Is Pakistan developing a naval launch system?
Bilal Khan
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Aug 11, 2016
According to the Pakistan Ministry of Defence Production, the country is to develop a system for cruise and anti-ship missiles by 2018....
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The Pakistan Air Force’s Chief of Air Staff visited Sri Lanka
Bilal Khan
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Aug 8, 2016
The Pakistan Air Force Chief of Air Staff (CAS)’s visit to Sri Lanka is a bid to continue enhancing defence ties between Sri Lanka & Pakistan....
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Pakistan offers JF-17 & Super Mushshak to Kuwait
Bilal Khan
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Aug 7, 2016
Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, the Pakistan Air Force’s commander, formally offered the Kuwaiti Air Force the JF-17 Thunder and Super Mushshak trainer....
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The U.S. will withhold $300 million in CSF funding to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 4, 2016
The U.S. has decided to withhold $300 million in Coalition Support Funding (CSF) from Pakistan....
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Pakistan Ministry of Defence Production confirms submarine contract
Bilal Khan
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Aug 4, 2016
Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) has confirmed in its most recent publication that a contract to construct new submarines was signed....
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BMC will partner with Malaysian and German firms
Bilal Khan
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Aug 4, 2016
Turkey’s BMC will join hands with Rheinmetall AG & Malaysia’s Etika to create a new joint company to market armoured solutions for the Middle East & Asia....
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USAF F-35s are ready for combat
Bilal Khan
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Aug 2, 2016
The U.S. Air Force has declared that its first F-35A squadron is ready for combat, 15 years after Lockheed Martin won the Joint Strike Fighter program....
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Tata Technologies looks to grow in prominence
Bilal Khan
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Aug 2, 2016
Tata Technologies Limited, India’s growing defence giant, is seeking to expand and grow in prominence through targeted acquisitions....
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Pakistan reduced defence imports by 90%
Bilal Khan
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Aug 1, 2016
According to Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain, the country reduced its defence imports by 90% over the past three years....
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Is Pakistan selecting the T-129 ATAK?
Bilal Khan
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Jul 28, 2016
Has the Pakistan Army selected the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) T-129 ATAK for its dedicated attack helicopter needs?...
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Airbus forecasting strong market for H215 Super Puma
Bilal Khan
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Jul 28, 2016
Airbus Helicopters is forecasting a strong market for its H215, the re-branded and upgraded Super Puma utility and transport helicopter....
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Pakistan in talks for Qatari Mirage 2000-5s? (Not likely)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2016
Is Pakistan in talks with Qatar for the purchase of the Qatar Emiri Air Force’s Mirage 2000-5s?...
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USAF conceptualizes A-10 Warthog replacement
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2016
The U.S. Air Force is considering to replace the A-10 Warthog close air support combat aircraft in two platforms, ideally be based on existing aircraft....
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Pakistani F-16s at Red Flag and Green Flag Exercises
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2016
Six Pakistan Air Force F-16C/D Block-52+ are participating at Red Flag and Green Flag, two of the United States’ most important air exercises....
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Pakistan & Turkey have major defence programs in the pipeline
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2016
According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production, Turkey and Pakistan have a number of major defence programs in the works....
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China’s BDS SATNAV aiming global coverage by 2020
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2016
China’s BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) could be offering global satellite navigation coverage by 2020....
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Pakistan’s air chief visited Russia in bid to strengthen ties
Bilal Khan
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Jul 24, 2016
The commander of the Pakistan Air Force went on an official visit to Russia in a bid to enhance defence ties between Islamabad and Moscow....
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Lockheed Martin will keep F-16 line alive
Bilal Khan
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Jul 24, 2016
Despite a complete dearth in orders for new-built aircraft, Lockheed Martin will keep the production line of its F-16 multi-role fighter alive....
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NORINCO is ready to produce the AH4 lightweight howitzer
Bilal Khan
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Jul 19, 2016
According to China’s NORINCO, the AH4 lightweight 155mm howitzer development is complete, and the howitzer is now ready for production....
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The Turkish air units involved in the failed coup
Bilal Khan
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Jul 18, 2016
Initial details on the Turkish Air Force units that were involved in the failed military coup attempt that took place on 15 July 2016....
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Summary of the coup attempt in Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2016
An overview of what is known about the military coup attempt that took place on Friday in Turkey, and a brief look at its possible ramifications....
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Aselsan aims to thrive in small arms optics
Bilal Khan
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Jul 14, 2016
With its new 5000 square metre factory in the Sivas Industrial Zone, Aselsan is aiming to be a leader in the market of small arms optics....
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Lockheed Martin intends to upgrade over 800 F-16s
Bilal Khan
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Jul 14, 2016
With 300 F-16s slotted for the F-16V upgrade, Lockheed Martin is anticipating upgrade orders for 500 additional F-16s over the coming years....
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German firm receives contract to configure Pakistani ATR-72s
Bilal Khan
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Jul 11, 2016
A German firm named Rheinland Air Service (RAS) received a contract to configure an unspecified number of Pakistan Navy ATR-72s into ASW aircraft....
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In-flight refuelling capable C-295 debuts at Farnborough
Bilal Khan
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Jul 11, 2016
The aerial refuelling-configured Airbus C-295 made its debut at the 2016 Farnborough Air Show - will be capable of refueling helicopters, UAV and turboprops...
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Antonov continues to market the An-178 utility transport aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 11, 2016
Antonov (owned by the Ukrainian government) is continuing its push to market its An-178 transport aircraft by debuting at the 2016 Farnborough ......
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China officially inducts the Y-20, its new heavy transport aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 8, 2016
The People Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has formally inducted the first of its many XAC Y-20 heavy-lift transport aircraft....
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India moves to bolster anti-submarine warfare capabilities
Bilal Khan
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Jul 6, 2016
The Government of India has approved an order of four P-8I Neptune MPA and Varunastra heavyweight torpedoes....
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Jordan has put up 15 F-16A/B MLU for sale (to Pakistan?)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2016
The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) has listed 14 F-16A and 1 F-16B Block-15 Mid-Life Update (MLU) multi-role fighters for sale on its official website. ...
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France offers to invest $1.12 billion U.S. in Kaveri turbofan
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2016
As part of its offset commitments for India’s Rafale acquisition, France is offering to invest over a billion dollars in India’s homegrown fighter engine....
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Pakistan could create a company for defence exports
Bilal Khan
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Jun 30, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain recommended that Pakistan establish a company focused on driving defence exports. ...
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Russia completes Mi-28NE attack helicopter deliveries to Iraq
Bilal Khan
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Jun 30, 2016
The Iraqi Army has received the last of its Mi-28NE dedicated attack helicopters from Russia. The Mi-28NE is playing a major counterinsurgency role ......
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Qatar signs $1.11 billion U.S. deal with MBDA for naval munitions
Bilal Khan
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Jun 29, 2016
Qatar and MBDA have inked a $1.11 billion U.S. contract to supply the Qatar Emiri Navy with anti-ship missiles as well as short and long-range surface-to-air missiles....
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Russia & China proceed to develop new heavy-lift helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jun 27, 2016
Russian Helicopters and China’s AVIC have inked an agreement to develop the Advanced Heavy Lift (AHL) helicopter, which will be based on the Mi-26....
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Nigeria finalizes purchase of 10 Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 27, 2016
The Nigerian Air Force has inked an agreement to purchase 10 Super Mushshak basic flight trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex....
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India moves to finalize artillery deal with the U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Jun 27, 2016
India’s Defence Acquisitions Council (DAC) approves $750 million U.S. deal to procure 145 M777 ultra-lightweight howitzer artillery guns from the U.S....
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Turkey’s Aselsan is selling eight ASELPOD targeting pods to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 23, 2016
Turkish defence vendor Aselsan is selling the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) 16 ASELPOD advanced targeting pods for $25 million U.S. ...
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Qatar finalizes purchase of Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 23, 2016
The Qatar Emiri Air Force will procure an undisclosed number of Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Super Mushshak basic flight trainers....
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Turkey & Pakistan ink Agosta 90B submarine upgrade deal
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2016
Turkey’s STM and Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) have recently concluded a deal to upgrade the Pakistan Navy’s three Agosta 90B submarines. The upgrade will be carried out in Pakistan. According to STM, France’s DCNS...
Czech Republic & Pakistan aim to enhance defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2016
General Raheel Sharif’s visit to the Czech Republic saw the two countries commit to strengthening their defence relationship across a number of areas....
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Has the Pakistan Army selected the AK-103?
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2016
According to a credible Russian media outlet, Pakistan is planning to procure a large number of Kalashnikov AK-103 assault rifles from Russia....
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Boeing and Tata begin construction of new AH-64 plant
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2016
Boeing has begun construction on a new AH-64 Apache production facility in partnership with Tata. India will become the source of key AH-64 parts....
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UPDATE: Crashed UAV in Pakistan was undergoing flight tests
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2016
Wreckage from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crash in Mianwali (Pakistan) suggests that the Pakistani armed forces are evaluating the Chinese Wing Loong....
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UAE’s NIMR successfully produced 1000 armoured vehicles
Bilal Khan
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Jun 20, 2016
NIMR Automotive, a leading defence vendor in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), successfully rolled out its 1000th armoured vehicle....
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Details on Qatar’s multi billion-dollar naval deal with Italy
Bilal Khan
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Jun 17, 2016
For $4.47 billion U.S. Qatar will be procuring four corvettes, two offshore patrol vessels and a landing platform dock (LPD) from Italy’s Fincantieri....
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UAE will end year-long campaign in Yemen
Bilal Khan
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Jun 16, 2016
The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will end its military operations in Yemen, roughly one year after it and Saudi Arabia entered the country. ...
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Qatar is buying five Italian warships for $5.61bn
Bilal Khan
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Jun 15, 2016
Qatar will soon sign a $5.61 billion U.S. contract with the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for five corvettes/light frigates and a support ship. ...
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Botswana in talks for 8 to 12 JAS-39 Gripen fighters for $1.7bn
Bilal Khan
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Jun 15, 2016
Botswana has confirmed that it is in talks with the Swedish government for 8-12 Gripen multi-role fighters for the Botswana Defence Force....
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South Korea markets K9 Thunder SP howitzer at Eurosatory 2016
Bilal Khan
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Jun 14, 2016
Hanwha Techwin is marketing its K9 Thunder 155mm/52 calibre self-propelled howitzer at Eurosatory 2016 in Paris. It is competing for several tenders....
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Otokar TULPAR-S APC makes international debut at Eurosatory 2016
Bilal Khan
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Jun 14, 2016
The new generation armoured personnel carrier TULPAR-S by the Turkish military vehicles maker Otokar made its international debut at Eurosatory 2016....
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Aselsan secured a sale for ASELPOD targeting pod (to Pakistan?)
Bilal Khan
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Jun 13, 2016
Turkey's Aselsan secured a $25 million contract to integrate the ASELPOD advanced targeting pod to an airborne platform of an undisclosed country....
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Pakistan closes door on new-built F-16s
Bilal Khan
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Jun 13, 2016
The Pakistan Air Force no longer has new-built F-16s on its modernization roadmap, but F-16s may still arrive, but in the form of used and surplus fighters....
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Egyptian MiG-29s (or MiG-35?) reportedly in production
Bilal Khan
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Jun 12, 2016
MiG-29 (or MiG-35) Fulcrums for the Egyptian Air Force are reportedly in production as per a $2 billion U.S. contract apparently signed in 2015. ...
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Qatar orders 24 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2016
The Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) placed a $667.5 million U.S. order for 24 Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters....
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Nigeria preparing to induct JF-17 & Super Mushshak
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2016
The Nigerian Air Force is readying itself to induct a batch of JF-17 Thunder & Super Mushshak trainers acquired from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex....
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Turkey will produce Black Hawk helicopters under license
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2016
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) will produce the S-70 Black Hawk helicopters under license. It also secured export licenses for the S-70....
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South Korea launched its first FFX-II frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2016
South Korea’s Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) launched the first Daegu-class (FFX-II) multi-mission frigate for the Republic of Korea Navy....
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Indian Air Chief visiting Saab
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2016
India’s Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha is on a visit to Saab’s JAS-39 Gripen production facilities in Sweden....
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Pakistan raises defence budget to $8.2 billion U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2016
The Government of Pakistan announced that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 11% to $8.2 billion for 2016-2017....
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AVIC Y-20 heavy-lift transport nearing production?
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2016
According to Chinese media, the AVIC Y-20 heavy-lift transport aircraft be delivered to listed Chinese military and civil buyers “very soon.”...
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Pakistan Ordnance Factories and Italian firm sign MoU
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2016
Pakistan’s munitions vendor, Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an Italian company....
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Bangladesh raises defence budget to $2.8 billion
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2016
Last week, the Government of Bangladesh announced that it will increase its defence budget for 2016-2017 by $2.8 billion....
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