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Budget
January 2020
Tensions with Iran Could Impact Defense Spending
By Jon HarperOngoing tensions between Washington and Tehran could significantly affect U.S. military spending, depending on how the situation develops, analysts say. -
Global Defense Market
January 2020
U.S.-Japan Defense Tech Cooperation Stymied by Cultural Hurdles
MAKUHARI, Japan — Five years after the Japanese government lifted restrictions on arms exports, the nation’s military contractors have yet to make major breakthroughs in overseas markets, experts and officials noted at a conference, billed as the first fully integrated defense trade show held in the country. -
Research and Development
January 2020
An R&D Alliance That Can Challenge China
MAKUHARI, Japan — The amount of funding China is putting toward research and development is climbing faster than a Long March rocket. -
Defense Department
January 2020
Tough Choices for Military, Political Leaders
The strategic environment has changed drastically since the Soviet Union’s fall and the rise of China. Our current National Security Strategy accurately defines the threats we face in emerging great power competition, as well as the steps needed to protect the nation. -
International
January 2020
Taking on China Requires a Strengthened Workforce
By Rep. Jim BanksDuring my time in the Navy Reserves I saw the impressive capabilities the Defense Department could deliver to our men and women at the frontlines. It has seen enormous successes during the past several years: the fifth-generation capabilities of the F-35, the elaborate network of our satellite communication systems and advanced undersea detection capabilities. -
International
December 2019
EU Should Remain Open to U.S. Defense Industry
By Christian LarsenThe European Union soon may reach an inflection point in how it views its responsibilities to provide regional and global security. -
Land Forces
December 2019
Oshkosh Provides Israel with Modified Military Vehicles
By Connie LeeOshkosh Defense is equipping the Israeli military with a modified version of its family of medium tactical vehicles, according to a company executive. -
International
November 2019
HALIFAX SECURITY FORUM NEWS: Canada Boosting Defense Spending, Industry Outreach
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Canada is planning to ramp up its defense spending through 2026 and strengthen engagement with industry to address a wide range of threats, said Canada’s minister of national defense Nov. 22. -
Infotech
November 2019
DSEI JAPAN NEWS: Expert Details What China Does After Stealing IP
MAKUHARI, Japan — China’s role in stealing Western companies’ intellectual property is well documented. However, not too many of the victims know what the nation does with trade secrets after they are pilfered, a former U.S. government leader said Nov. 19. -
Global Defense Market
November 2019
DUBAI AIR SHOW NEWS: UAE Looking to Expand Defense Industrial Base
By Connie LeeDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence is making a push to build its defense industrial base, according to an Emirati official.
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