Taiwan successfully test-fires new Land Sword II Air Defense Missile System

Taiwan successfully test-fired its domestically developed Land Sword II air defense missile system on Apr. 15th from the Jiupeng Military Base in Pingtung County during Exercise Divine Bow. The test, originally scheduled for Apr. 9th, was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions.


Photos: Taiwan MND
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France approves transfer of 30 UAE Mirage 2000-9 jets to Morocco

France has approved the transfer of 30 Mirage 2000-9 fighter jets from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Morocco, following successful negotiations between France and Morocco.

Emirate Mirage 2000 jets
Aaron Allmon, U.S. Air Force, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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Lockheed Martin wins contract for Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) development

The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has selected Lockheed Martin to lead development and production of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI), a vital addition to the US missile defense system. This announcement follows a competitive down-selection process that evaluated proposals from two contractors.

Artist Notional Rendering of NGI in flight. Photo credit: Lockheed Martin.

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U.S. Army debuts Typhoon missile system in Philippines for Exercise Salaknib 24

The U.S. Army deployed its novel Mid-Range Capability (MRC) missile system for the first time in the Philippines, marking a historic moment in U.S.-Philippine defense cooperation. The system arrived in Northern Luzon on Apr. 11 to participate in Exercise Salaknib 24.


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USAF pioneers digital acquisition for Light Reconnaissance Aircraft in FMS Deals

The US Air Force (USAF) Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Forces (ISR & SOF) Directorate is pioneering a digital acquisition process for light reconnaissance aircraft destined for Foreign Military Sales (FMS). This initiative, spearheaded by a newly formed Digital PAQuisitions Team, aims to significantly reduce development and fielding times for partner nations.

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