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MILITARYJul 24Why Japan’s fighter jet future looks ‘more optimistic’ with Canada’s entryCanada’s decision to take a role in the next-generation Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has eased Japan’s fears over its fighter jet future, while Germany is also reported to be exploring whether it could join the project that also involves Britain and Italy. The moves could give fresh momentum to GCAP, a programme to develop a next-generation fighter that Japan sees as critical to replacing its ageing F-2 fleet and avoiding a gap in its air defences, analysts say. Tokyo has been frustrated...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 23Why PLA fighter jet sorties near Taiwan dropped to a 3-year low in the first half of 2026There is a change in the skies and waters around Taiwan. In the first half of this year, the number of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighter jets detected near the island more than halved year on year to 1,334. It was a three-year low and marked the lowest operational tempo since 2023, according to a tally by the South China Morning Post based on data from Taiwan’s defence ministry. At the same time, the number of days no PLA jets were detected by Taiwan hit a new high, and the PLA did not...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 23US eyes ban on Chinese humanoid robots as US-China tech rivalry intensifiesUS scrutiny of Chinese technology has expanded to a new frontier, as lawmakers in Washington advance defence legislation prohibiting the military from deploying Chinese-made humanoid robots. The US House of Representatives has passed the National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA), an annual military policy bill that incorporates provisions restricting the use of foreign autonomous systems over national security and data privacy concerns. Under Section 163 of the draft bill, the Pentagon would be...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 23What does New Zealand bring to the Philippines’ security network?The elevation of ties between the Philippines and New Zealand to a comprehensive partnership gives both countries a wider framework to deepen cooperation, as Manila expands its network of middle-power partners and Wellington steps up its engagement in Southeast Asia, analysts have said. The upgrade also builds on rapidly tightening defence ties, giving Manila another security partner and New Zealand a stronger foothold in an increasingly contested Indo-Pacific, observers add. New Zealand and the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 23Lawmakers get taste of AI - enabled cyberattacks in China - Taiwan war gameLawmakers participated in a China-Taiwan war game where they encountered AI-enabled cyberattacks. This exercise demonstrated the potential impact of advanced cyber warfare in future geopolitical conflicts.nextgov.com · United States
MILITARYJul 22Japan vows stronger defense cooperation with ASEAN amid China concernsJapanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on Wednesday vowed closer cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Manila to help them defend their territories and territorial waters…Japan Today
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missilePlans for more joint sea patrols are being considered following a missile event involving China. This indicates an escalation of military cooperation in response to regional actions.merimbulanewsweekly.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missilenortherndailyleader.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 22Canada becomes first observer to British-Italian-Japanese GCAP fighter jet projectCanada has been given a front-row seat to a British-Italian-Japanese effort to develop a sixth-generation fighter aircraft, allowing Ottawa to diversify its defence partnerships as the US and China vie for an edge in future air power. In London on Tuesday, Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty joined his British, Italian and Japanese counterparts – Wes Streeting, Guido Crosetto and Shinjiro Koizumi – to sign Canada up as an observer of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). It marks the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missileFollowing a China missile incident, there are plans for more joint sea patrols. This indicates an escalation in military cooperation and regional security measures.batemansbaypost.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 22Total War on Taipei: China Explores Elevating Cognitive Effects into Its Vision of WarfareWar on the Rocks
MILITARYJul 22China warned Pacific missile sparks strong concerns pina.com.fj · Fiji
MILITARYJul 22 [ Exclusive ] Seoul lack of high - altitude missile defense divides allies in OPCON transfer talks : sourcesSeoul's insufficient high-altitude missile defense capabilities are reportedly causing divisions among allies during OPCON transfer talks. This situation highlights a critical defense vulnerability and diplomatic tensions.koreaherald.com · South Korea
MILITARYJul 22US targets China in move to ban military-grade drone importsProposed rules would have US regulator block the entry of swarm-capable drones, mainly from China.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYJul 22China’s missile test exposes lack of unity among Pacific island nationsPacific island nations are facing a security challenge in responding to China’s recent missile launch near Tuvalu and keeping their vision of a region as an “ocean of peace”, as analysts say the diverse nature of their ties with Beijing is complicating efforts towards a united response. On July 6, China said one of its navy’s nuclear submarines launched a “strategic missile” carrying a dummy warhead towards “relevant high seas of the Pacific Ocean”, describing the test as routine annual military...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 22China warned Pacific missile sparks strong concerns armidaleexpress.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 21Philippines taps combat veteran to lead armed forces amid regional tensionsPhilippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has appointed army chief Lieutenant General Antonio G. Nafarrete as the next head of the armed forces, placing a veteran of the country’s internal conflicts in charge before a sensitive election in the Muslim south and amid continued maritime tensions with China. The choice points to continuity in security policy and puts the Armed Forces of the Philippines under an officer whose career has been closely tied to Mindanao, which is preparing for its first...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 21BrahMos a credible deterrence in South China Sea : Philippines envoy , says India topA Philippines envoy has stated that BrahMos missiles serve as a credible deterrence in the South China Sea, with India noted as a top player. This refers to military capabilities and strategic implications in a geopolitically sensitive region.myanmarnews.net · Myanmar
MILITARYJul 21What can China learn from the US sea drone strike on an Iranian submarine base?Chinese military analysts are urging the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to rapidly strengthen harbour defences after the United States carried out its first combat strike using unmanned surface vessels (USVs) to destroy an Iranian submarine. US Central Command released footage on July 13 of what it said was the first combat use of American sea drones. Three vessels were shown striking an Iranian base, reportedly destroying one Ghadir-class midget submarine. The Iranian-made submarine has an...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 21Taiwan gains role in Ukraine drone supply chain , but still depends on ChinaTaiwan has acquired a role in the drone supply chain for Ukraine, yet maintains a reliance on China. This highlights complex international military supply dynamics and geopolitical relationships.focustaiwan.tw · Taiwan
MILITARYJul 21Japan says Chinese and Russian warships held live-fire drills within its EEZChinese and Russian navy ships were spotted conducting joint live-fire drills within Japan’s claimed exclusive economic zone in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday, its defence ministry said. Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi first revealed that the two navies had held drills in Japan’s EEZ during an address to the Farnborough International Airshow in Britain on Monday, highlighting their deepening military cooperation, according to media reports. Japan’s defence ministry later confirmed that...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 20Purple Heart medal returned to Vietnam veteran family after nearly 60 yearsA Purple Heart medal has been returned to the family of a Vietnam veteran after an absence of nearly six decades. This story highlights the recovery of a significant military honor for a veteran's family.cleveland19.com · United States
MILITARYJul 20El dilema del rearme europeo: se protege de Rusia, pero beneficia a China y a Vladimir PutinEl año pasado los 27 países de la Unión Europea aumentaron un 20% de media su gasto militar para llegar a un porcentaje de gasto sobre PBI que no se veía desde el fin de la Guerra Fría.Pero la industria europea necesita materias primas que debe importar, principalmente, de esos dos países, dos superpotencias mineras.Clarín
MILITARYJul 20China, Russia navies hold live-fire drills within Japan's EEZ: KoizumiThe Chinese and Russian navies held live-fire drills within Japan's exclusive economic zone over the weekend, Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said, highlighting the deepening military cooperation between…Japan Today
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