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Mike Yeo is the Asia correspondent for Defense News.

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US, Japan navies stage aircraft carrier meetup in Western Pacific

The gathering was meant to telegraph to would-be adversaries that the two allies can quickly mass forces at sea, officials said.

19 months ago

US State Department approves JASSM-ER missile sale to Japan

Japan plans to upgrade 68 of its Mitsubishi-built F-15J Eagle interceptors with new radars, mission computers and a standoff land-attack capability.

22 months ago

Marines show off body armor with lighter vest, plates and more sizes

Marine body armor engineers share a glimpse of their new protective gear that features lighter weights, lighter plates and more size options.

House proposes manufacturing network to boost wartime arms production

The Commercial Reserve Manufacturing Network would include dual-use manufacturing firms qualified to produce military systems when called upon.

Space Force’s first next-gen missile warning launch pushed to 2026

GAO has long warned the program’s first launch would be delayed at least a year. Those projections could prove true, but perhaps for more nuanced reasons.

Sierra Space launches defense-focused business

Over the last two years, Sierra Space has been awarded $1.5 billion in defense contracts for satellites and components.

Two House lawmakers launch Golden Dome caucus

Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colo., announced the initiative Tuesday, noting that the group will partner closely with the Senate's Golden Dome Caucus.

For Air Force weather experts, the cloud is the future – rain or shine

The organization, which provides operational weather tools to the military and intelligence agencies, expects to fully transition to the cloud next year.

Take a peek at the “Black Shadow” diver propulsion system for SOF operators

Getting SOF operators to an objective underwater requires specialized tech. Germany-based Rotinor says the “Black Shadow” can do the job.

Get hands-on with gas-gun sniper rifles for SOCOM

Geissele, known for drop-in precision triggers, has moved into building precision rifles for the SOCOM community. Check out models at SOF Week 2025.

Can you put a suppressor on a 30mm cannon? One company says yes.

Radical Defense showcases .50 caliber and 30mm suppressors at SOF Week 2025, designed to make make shooting safer for operators.

How do you quiet a minigun pouring out 3,000 rounds per minute? Put a huge suppressor on it.

Dillon Aero unveils a 3D-printed suppressor designed to reduce both sound and muzzle blast on the six-barreled, 3,000 rounds per minute minigun.

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US, Japan navies stage aircraft carrier meetup in Western Pacific

The gathering was meant to telegraph to would-be adversaries that the two allies can quickly mass forces at sea, officials said.

US State Department approves JASSM-ER missile sale to Japan

Japan plans to upgrade 68 of its Mitsubishi-built F-15J Eagle interceptors with new radars, mission computers and a standoff land-attack capability.

Marines show off body armor with lighter vest, plates and more sizes

Marine body armor engineers share a glimpse of their new protective gear that features lighter weights, lighter plates and more size options.

House proposes manufacturing network to boost wartime arms production

The Commercial Reserve Manufacturing Network would include dual-use manufacturing firms qualified to produce military systems when called upon.

Space Force’s first next-gen missile warning launch pushed to 2026

GAO has long warned the program’s first launch would be delayed at least a year. Those projections could prove true, but perhaps for more nuanced reasons.

Sierra Space launches defense-focused business

Over the last two years, Sierra Space has been awarded $1.5 billion in defense contracts for satellites and components.

Two House lawmakers launch Golden Dome caucus

Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colo., announced the initiative Tuesday, noting that the group will partner closely with the Senate's Golden Dome Caucus.

For Air Force weather experts, the cloud is the future – rain or shine

The organization, which provides operational weather tools to the military and intelligence agencies, expects to fully transition to the cloud next year.

Take a peek at the “Black Shadow” diver propulsion system for SOF operators

Getting SOF operators to an objective underwater requires specialized tech. Germany-based Rotinor says the “Black Shadow” can do the job.

Get hands-on with gas-gun sniper rifles for SOCOM

Geissele, known for drop-in precision triggers, has moved into building precision rifles for the SOCOM community. Check out models at SOF Week 2025.

Can you put a suppressor on a 30mm cannon? One company says yes.

Radical Defense showcases .50 caliber and 30mm suppressors at SOF Week 2025, designed to make make shooting safer for operators.

How do you quiet a minigun pouring out 3,000 rounds per minute? Put a huge suppressor on it.

Dillon Aero unveils a 3D-printed suppressor designed to reduce both sound and muzzle blast on the six-barreled, 3,000 rounds per minute minigun.

Featured Video

Marines show off body armor with lighter vest, plates and more sizes

Take a peek at the “Black Shadow” diver propulsion system for SOF operators

Get hands-on with gas-gun sniper rifles for SOCOM

Can you put a suppressor on a 30mm cannon? One company says yes.

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