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TKMS and ST Engineering sign MoU to explore Singapore submarine service and maintenance hub

Germany's TKMS and the Marine arm of Singapore's ST Engineering have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore establishing a joint service and maintenance centre in Singapore to support TKMS-built submarines for Singapore and other international operators. The MoU targets regional sustainment, logistics shortening and aftermarket support.

2026-03-24T05:10:05.376404-07:00

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Trump administration to allow Bahrain F-16 deal, signaling security-first shift in Gulf arms policy

2026-03-23T06:05:47.366247-07:00

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Putin to approve weapons delivery to Balkans, says Serbian defence minister

2026-03-23T06:05:46.498383-07:00

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US F-16V/Block 70 deliveries to Taiwan to begin this year after acceptance flight

2026-03-21T18:39:16.128149-07:00

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TKMS and ST Engineering sign MoU to explore Singapore submarine service and maintenance hub Germany's TKMS and the Marine arm of Singapore's ST Engineering have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore establishing a joint service and maintenance centre in Singapore to support TKMS-built submarines for Singapore and other international operators. The MoU targets regional sustainment, logistics shortening and aftermarket support.

2026-03-24T05:10:05.376404-07:00

TKMS and ST Engineering sign MoU to explore Singapore submarine service and maintenance hub

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Trump administration to allow Bahrain F-16 deal, signaling security-first shift in Gulf arms policy The Trump administration has approved an F-16 sale to Bahrain, reversing prior human-rights reservations and prioritizing support for Sunni-led Gulf partners seen as bulwarks against Iranian influence. The decision signals a shift from the Obama-era emphasis on rights to a security-first approach in regional arms policy.

2026-03-23T06:05:47.366247-07:00

Trump administration to allow Bahrain F-16 deal, signaling security-first shift in Gulf arms policy

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Putin to approve weapons delivery to Balkans, says Serbian defence minister Serbia's defence minister said President Putin will approve Russian weapons deliveries to the Balkans as Belgrade seeks to buy a Russian air‑defence system and open a repair centre for Mil helicopters in Serbia — moves that deepen military‑technical ties with Moscow.

2026-03-23T06:05:46.498383-07:00

Putin to approve weapons delivery to Balkans, says Serbian defence minister

Reuters

US F-16V/Block 70 deliveries to Taiwan to begin this year after acceptance flight Taiwan announced deliveries of delayed Lockheed Martin F-16V/Block 70 fighters will begin this year after senior defence officials visited the South Carolina production line and observed a Taiwan‑designated jet complete its acceptance flight. The $8 billion 2019 sale was delayed by software issues; production is now at full capacity.

2026-03-21T18:39:16.128149-07:00

US F-16V/Block 70 deliveries to Taiwan to begin this year after acceptance flight

Air Data News

Peru picks F-16V Block 70 in $3.42B deal for 12 fighters to replace MiG‑29 and Mirage 2000 Peru has selected Lockheed Martin's F-16V Block 70 as its new front-line fighter, agreeing to buy 12 aircraft in a $3.42 billion contract, President José Balcázar confirmed March 20. The jets will replace aging MiG‑29s and Mirage 2000s and conclude a multi‑year international competition.

2026-03-20T14:40:17.659864-07:00

Peru picks F-16V Block 70 in $3.42B deal for 12 fighters to replace MiG‑29 and Mirage 2000

AeroTime

French Rafales reportedly shoot down ~60 Iranian 'Shahed' drones over UAE, raising MICA cost and supply concerns French Rafale fighters reportedly intercepted roughly 60 Iranian Shahed loitering drones over the United Arab Emirates, relying heavily on MICA air‑to‑air missiles. The engagement exposed the high per‑kill cost of using MICA against cheap expendable drones and raised questions about missile stocks and resupply.

2026-03-20T06:59:42.625199-07:00

French Rafales reportedly shoot down ~60 Iranian 'Shahed' drones over UAE, raising MICA cost and supply concerns

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US approves $16.5B emergency arms package for UAE, Kuwait and Jordan; majority to UAE The US State Department approved $16.5 billion in emergency arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Jordan, with the UAE receiving the largest share. Packages cover ballistic missile‑defence radars, a $1.86 billion F‑16 weapons package, potential AIM‑120 AMRAAMs, counter‑drone systems and spare parts.

2026-03-20T00:29:25.116006-07:00

US approves $16.5B emergency arms package for UAE, Kuwait and Jordan; majority to UAE

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Saab prepares Erieye-equipped airborne early warning offer for UK, eyes platform partners Saab is preparing an offer to equip the UK with an Erieye-based airborne early warning capability and is surveying the defence market for partner aircraft to host its radar. The bid pairs Saab’s Erieye sensor with third‑party platforms as it positions to compete for UK AEW requirements.

2026-03-19T06:50:19.959447-07:00

Saab prepares Erieye-equipped airborne early warning offer for UK, eyes platform partners

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TKMS and ST Engineering sign MoU to explore Singapore submarine service and maintenance hub

Trump administration to allow Bahrain F-16 deal, signaling security-first shift in Gulf arms policy

Putin to approve weapons delivery to Balkans, says Serbian defence minister

US F-16V/Block 70 deliveries to Taiwan to begin this year after acceptance flight

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