According to information published by the Financial Times on November 11, 2024, Taipei is reportedly considering a substantial purchase of U.S. defense assets. The ROC is poised to request Northrop Grumman’s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft. Taiwan eyes the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye in a potential U.S. defense deal, aiming to enhance surveillance and […]
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Türkiye; MoD orders 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter
On November 13, 2024, Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yasar Guler officially announced that Germany has authorized the sale of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets to Türkiye. This decision follows intense negotiations between Türkiye and the Eurofighter consortium partners, including the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain, who played a key role in securing Germany’s approval. This acquisition […]
Croatia; Air Force orders six TB2 attack drones in $95 million deal
The drones will be used to cover radio coverage in Croatia in both stationary and mobile configurations, according to Croatia’s Minister of Defence, and will be equipped with an initial set of weapons. Croatia’s government has approved the purchase of Bayraktar TB2 drones, Croatia’s Defence Ministry officials have said. The overall package for these six […]
Poland; Army selects Dutch Defenture GRF all-terrain vehicles.
On November 6, 2024, Defenture and the Polish Defence Force formalized a multi-year contract for the supply of Defenture’s GRF platform. The Polish Defence Force’s selection of the GRF platform aims to enhance both mobility and safety. Known for its modularity and agility, the GRF platform adapts well to various military contexts. Key features include […]
Philippines; Coast Guard orders 40 fast patrol craft from France
On November 5, 2024, the Philippine National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board, chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., approved a plan for the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to acquire 40 fast patrol craft (FPC). This $439 million project, funded by official development assistance from France, stipulates that […]
Slovakia; Army to field test versions of VTV 4×4 tactical vehicles.
On November 7, 2024, the Slovak Ministry of Defence announced the acquisition of nine multipurpose VTV 4×4 tactical vehicles from three different manufacturers: MSM Land Systems, Zetor Engineering, and DefTech. This initiative involves purchasing three vehicles in three distinct versions from each manufacturer, to evaluate their capabilities across various operational roles. These vehicles are intended […]
Taiwan; Army receives US ATACMS Ballistic Missiles
On November 9, 2024, Taiwan received its first shipment of the U.S.-made Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), a significant boost to the nation’s long-range strike capabilities amid escalating regional tensions. Confirmed by Taiwan’s Ministry of Defense and reported by the Taiwanese Central News Agency, this delivery marks a pivotal advancement in Taiwan’s defense readiness, particularly […]
Armenia; Army inducts additional Indian-made AKASH SAM system.
According to an article published on November 12, 2024, by the Indian newspaper The New Indian Express, India reportedly shipped a second battery of its Akash air defense system to Armenia. This delivery is part of a 2022 agreement, under which Armenia ordered 15 Akash systems valued at approximately $720 million. AKASH is a Short […]
Peru; Air Force receives first batch of US-donated UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.
As reported by Seguridad y Defensa Noticias on November 9, 2024, Peru received the first three of nine Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from the United Staes. This transfer is part of a U.S.-Peru government-to-government agreement finalized on August 13, 2024. The helicopters appear to have previously been operated by the U.S. Department of State […]
Latvia; MoD negotiates buy of Spanish ASCOD Infantry Fighting Vehicles.
On November 11, 2024, Latvia’s Ministry of Defense announced its intent to continue contract negotiations with the Spanish company GDELS-Santa Bárbara Sistemas for the acquisition of ASCOD infantry fighting vehicles aimed at strengthening the country’s military capabilities. This move is part of a broader initiative to enhance the mobility and firepower of Latvia’s land forces, […]