Thales has unveiled a series of programs to expand the Malaysian Armed Forces’ tactical communications capabilities. The initiatives, announced at Defence Services Asia & NATSEC Asia 2026, support Malaysia’s defense modernization efforts and align with the country’s push to strengthen domestic industrial capacity, the company said Thursday. What Capabilities Is Thales Delivering? Thales will supply...
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US, Philippines Sign Agreement to Build AI Manufacturing Hub to Strengthen Global Supply Chains
The United States has entered an agreement with the Philippines to establish a 4,000-acre artificial intelligence-powered manufacturing hub on the island of Luzon, the Wall Street Journal reported Thursday. The deal, part of the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, will give companies access to critical minerals and other key components used in electronics, curtailing China’s dominance...
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Japan Moves to Lift Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports Amid Security Shift
Japan has unveiled plans to end its longstanding restrictions on exporting lethal weapons, as part of a broader shift away from the nation’s postwar pacifist stance, CNBC reported Tuesday. What Prompted the Policy Shift? Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the move reflects a changing security landscape in which partner countries must work together to strengthen defense...
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PsiQuantum Partners With Mitsubishi Chemical, University of Tokyo to Build Highly Skilled Quantum Workforce
PsiQuantum has teamed up with Mitsubishi Chemical and the University of Tokyo to establish a training program that will equip workers with quantum computing skills. PsiQuantum, a company based in Palo Alto, California, said Thursday that the training will combine academic education, industrial application and quantum computing technologies. Advancements in quantum computing offer benefits, but...
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US, Indonesia Launch Major Defense Cooperation Partnership
The United States and Indonesia have established a major defense cooperation partnership to expand bilateral military collaboration and support regional stability in the Indo-Pacific. What Areas Does the Partnership Cover? Announced by U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, a two-time Wash100 Award recipient, and Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin on Monday, the framework is structured...
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Elbit Systems Secures $750M Contract to Supply PULS Rocket Systems to Greece
Elbit Systems has received a $750 million contract to provide Precise and Universal Launching System, or PULS, to the Hellenic Armed Forces under a government-to-government agreement between Israel and Greece. What Does the PULS Contract Cover? The global defense technology company said Monday the four-year agreement includes delivery of PULS launchers along with a package of...
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Hanwha’s Alex Wong Calls for Deeper US-South Korea Cooperation to Strengthen Industrial Resilience
Alex Wong, president and global chief strategy officer at Hanwha Group, said the United States and South Korea have an opportunity to evolve their alliance from the traditional national security and military-focused partnership to one that is built on shared technologies and supports industrial resilience. Wong, previously served in the White House as principal deputy...
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Microsoft to Invest $1B in Thailand Cloud & AI Infrastructure
Microsoft has unveiled plans to invest more than $1 billion in cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure and operations across Thailand from 2026 to 2028. What Is Included in the Investment? The company said Tuesday the investment, announced after a meeting between Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith and Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, expands its partnership with...
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Lockheed Martin’s SPY-7 Radar Demonstrates Live Target Tracking for Japan Aegis Vessel Program
Lockheed Martin’s SPY-7 radar demonstrated its ability to search, detect, identify, track and discriminate against targets during an exercise the company conducted with the Department of War, the Missile Defense Agency and Japan’s Ministry of Defense. The Bethesda, Maryland-headquartered defense company said Sunday that the system also carried out virtual target engagements. The exercise marks...
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Japan Plans to Join US Golden Dome Missile Defense Effort
Japan has unveiled plans to participate in the Golden Dome missile defense initiative, The Japan Times reported Friday. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to announce the decision during a March 19 summit with President Donald Trump in Washington. How Will Japan Contribute to the Golden Dome Initiative? Details of Japan’s role in the initiative have...