South Korea launched its first FFX-II frigate
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
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.
Pakistan raises defence budget to $8.2 billion U.S.
The Government of Pakistan announced that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 11% to $8.2 billion for 2016-2017.
AVIC Y-20 heavy-lift transport nearing production?
According to Chinese media, the AVIC Y-20 heavy-lift transport aircraft be delivered to listed Chinese military and civil buyers “very soon.”
Pakistan Ordnance Factories and Italian firm sign MoU
Pakistan’s munitions vendor, Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an Italian company.
Bangladesh raises defence budget to $2.8 billion
Last week, the Government of Bangladesh announced that it will increase its defence budget for 2016-2017 by $2.8 billion.
Paramount Group introduces Mbombe 8 AFV
The South African defence giant Paramount Group has recently unveiled its new 8x8 wheeled armoured vehicle – the Mbombe 8
Pakistan will get Turkey to upgrade its Agosta 90B submarines
The Pakistan Navy is in detailed discussions with Turkey to upgrade its fleet of three AIP-equipped Agosta 90B submarines.
Pakistan is evaluating the TAI T-129 attack helicopter
The Pakistan Army is examining the Turkish Aerospace Industries T-129 ATAK dedicated attack helicopter. One unit is in Pakistan for testing.
Pakistan eyeing four MILGEM corvettes
The Pakistan Navy reportedly requested Turkey for four MILGEM or Ada-class corvettes along with the rights and technology to produce them in Pakistan.