Maritime Powers
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Development Budget Increased
A further £350m of funding for the development of the future generation of UK nuclear-armed submarines has been announced. Defence Secretary announces further £350m for Successor submarines. The Defence Secretary has announced an additional […]
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Iranian Naval Task Force
State media in Tehran has reported that an Iranian naval task force has docked in Sudan, carrying with it a “message of peace and security to neighbouring countries” Iran naval […]
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Japan Boosts Coastal Security
As Chinese ships continue to navigate waters near disputed islands, Japan has decided to “strengthen security” around its coasts. Japan PM to boost coast security amid China row Japan will “strengthen […]
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Bolstering Maritime Security
Maritime security and bolstering counter-piracy cooperation will be amongst the key items on the agenda at the annual Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation meeting which begins today in India. […]
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“Freedom of Navigation”
The US Navy’s presence in Asia will help safeguard “freedom of navigation”, amid China’s claims to sovereignty over vast waters in the region. US Navy to guard “freedom of navigation” […]
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South China Sea Disputes
To be considered a responsible power, China has to reassure neighbouring countries that its rise to power will usher benefits and opportunities for the region but equally as importantly that China’s ascendancy […]
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£350m for Trident
The UK government has promised a further £350m for design work on a possible replacement for Britain’s Trident nuclear-armed submarines. MoD promises £350m for Trident replacement design work The UK […]
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Technology Collaboration
The US Chief of Naval Research has outlined plans to bring officials from the Navy, Marine Corps, industry and academia together to accelerate S&T efforts for the warfighter. In An Uncertain […]
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All Air and No Force
The Philippines’ Great National Security Challenge (and it’s NOT China) The Philippines’ weak defense capabilities were made painfully evident during its maritime dispute with China in the South China Sea […]
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Romney’s Big Plans for U.S. Navy
Republican Mitt Romney’s campaign has steered clear of providing too many specifics when it comes to how he would govern as president. Defense has been no exception. While Romney and […]
