Asia-Pacific
Australia got a new sub drone far faster than the US Navy could have, company says
Anduril says its Ghost Shark proves that UUVs can be designed and built quickly.
Global defense spending jumped in 2023
Security crises drove year-over-year growth to its highest level in a decade.
Defense concerns sink Korean bid for shipbuilder Austal
The Australian firm rebuffed a $662 million offer from South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.
Defense One Radio, Ep. 149: The state of the Army
Our annual State of Defense series continues with a focus on the Army.
Drones, maps, and storm-tracking in the Pacific
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is working with partner nations in the Indo-Pacific to map the region as part of the Biden administration’s push for security.
With Red Hill’s tanks virtually empty, closure task force begins work
The redistribution of fuel to locations around the Pacific “will really make us safer,” commander says.
New Air Force combat wings could deploy in 2 years
The service recently announced a major shakeup to prep for war with China.
Air Force’s wishlist includes money for parts and readiness
The $3.5 billion “unfunded priorities” list also includes money for exercises and military construction projects.
Marines trade slow ships for drones and supply caches as they prep for modern warfare
Fulfilling sweeping modernization plans are “challenging,” but there's been progress with prepositioned stocks and drones.
State Department wants reliable news, internet connectivity in the Pacific
U.S. is funding journalism fellowships and undersea cable access in the region.
Pentagon eyes stockpile replenishment, funds to spur tech industry in 2025 budget
The request comes as the White House wrestles with government-wide and supplemental funding requests.
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