In his first visit to India, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to offer New Delhi know-how to build its own fighter jets and a licence for faster deliveries of defence equipment as it tries to wean India away… Read More ›
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Germany to purchase 35 F-35s from United States
Germany has decided to purchase 35 U.S. F-35 fighter jets to replace its ageing Tornado fighters that are capable of delivering a nuclear bomb. The development sees a significant shift in German security policy, including a pledge to reach NATO’s… Read More ›
Finland’s $9.4 billion F-35 deal will place F-35 close to Russia
According to US-based sources, Finland is set to sign a formal purchase agreement for F-35 fighter jets which could be announced by this weekend, bringing the fifth-generation stealth fighters closer to being deployed on Russia’s northern flank. In December 2021,… Read More ›
Taiwan commissions first combat wing of F16Vs
Faced with increased belligerent neighbor, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen welcome heightened military cooperation with the United States as she commissioned the first combat wing of F-16 fighters which have been upgraded with Washington’s help to bolster its defenses. During a… Read More ›
Argentina to purchase fighter jets worth $664M
In a statement Argentina’s Ministry of Defence said, it is looking to purchase multipurpose fighter jets for up to $664 million. According to a source with knowledge of the negotiations, fighter planes from the United States, Russia, China, Israel and… Read More ›
Lockheed Martin Corp in discussions with US over production targets and deliveries over F-35 fighter jets
In a statement Lockheed Martin Corp said, it is in discussions with the US government over F-35 fighter jets production rate and deliveries for 2022. The defense giant aims to produce 169 F-35 fighter aircraft in 2022. “While initial discussions… Read More ›
U.S. reins in Chinese influence in Australia
The training of U.S Marines in Australia is likely to dampen Australia-China relations while bolstering the United States’ long standing Asia pivot strategy. In a move designed to reign in Chinese aggression in Australia, on Friday, the Australian defense minister… Read More ›