Keywords: Military modernization


North Korea announces expansion of nuclear capabilities and military intelligence

North Korea has announced plans to further strengthen its nuclear arsenal and expand the role of its military intelligence services as part of a broader effort to modernize its armed forces, according to state media. The announcement was made following an enlarged meeting of the Central Military Commission......

Kim Jong Un oversees new naval weapons test as North Korea prepares destroyer for service

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen a fresh series of naval weapons tests involving the country's new Kang Kon destroyer, as Pyongyang moves closer to commissioning the warship into active service. According to North Korea's state news agency KCNA, the trials included evaluations of......

Kim Jong Un Says North Korea’s Naval Nuclear Program Is Advancing as Planned

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has stated that the country’s naval nuclear armament program is progressing “exactly according to plan,” underscoring Pyongyang’s continued focus on strengthening its maritime military capabilities. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA),......

Finland strengthens F-35 capabilities with purchase of advanced US glide bombs

Finland has announced plans to enhance the capabilities of its future F-35 fighter jet fleet through the acquisition of advanced precision-guided glide bombs from the United States, marking another step in the country's ongoing defense modernization efforts. The purchase will provide Finland with......

Taiwan president vows to push for higher defence spending despite parliamentary cuts

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the island’s defence capabilities, pledging to continue efforts to increase military spending despite recent budget cuts approved by parliament. Speaking during a visit to a military facility in New Taipei City, Lai stated......

Kim Jong-un places naval expansion at the center of North Korea’s defense strategy

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reaffirmed the strategic importance of strengthening his country's naval forces, describing the development of a powerful navy as a central objective of North Korea's long-term defense policy. According to state media, Kim recently inspected the destroyer......

Poland signs €44 billion agreement with Brussels to modernize its military

Poland has become the first member state of the European Union to sign a major loan agreement with Brussels under the Security Action For Europe (SAFE) program, securing nearly €44 billion to strengthen its military capabilities and defense industry. The agreement marks one of the largest defense......

Taiwan confirms delayed US F-16s to begin arriving this year

Taiwan’s defense ministry announced that deliveries of the long-delayed F-16V fighter jets will begin this year, following a visit by senior officials to the United States. Production is reportedly running at full capacity, with assembly proceeding on a two-shift schedule. The island faces growing......

Greece approves air defence system purchase and F-16 jet upgrades

A Greek parliamentary committee has approved the acquisition of a multi-layer air and drone defense system, along with the upgrade of 38 F-16 fighter jets, at a total estimated cost of around 4 billion euros ($4.6 billion), according to sources familiar with the matter. Greece is negotiating with Israel......