Daisuke Sato

Daisuke Sato oversees coverage of Asia with a focus on Japan and China. As Section Editor, he is responsible for curating regional news, verifying sources, and delivering sharp insight into military developments across the Indo-Pacific. His expertise strengthens our reporting from one of the most strategically contested regions in the world.
Army

Beijing deepens military ties with Nigeria

In a move signaling a shift toward defense self-sufficiency, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defense, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, met with a delegation from China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) to expand strategic military cooperation. The meeting, held on...
Aviation

Japan eyes C-17 cargo plane as C-130R troubles deepen

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is confronting operational challenges with its fleet of six C-130R transport aircraft, as reported by Nippon Television Network (NTV). These aircraft, primarily used to supply remote island bases such as Iwo Jima...
Aviation

Japan deploys F-35 jets to Komatsu base

Japan's Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) officially began the deployment of F-35A stealth fighters to Komatsu Air Base on April 1, marking the first major upgrade to the base's frontline aircraft in 38 years. The F-35As, noted for their...
Aviation

China tests new air-launched hypersonic missile

A Chinese H-6N bomber has been photographed carrying a massive air-launched ballistic missile, raising speculation that the system may be an air-launched variant of the DF-21D anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM), possibly equipped with a hypersonic glide vehicle...
Maritime Security

China expands footprint at Cambodian port

China and Cambodia have officially launched the joint Yunyang Port Support and Training Center. The center began operations on April 5, with personnel from both nations stationed at the site to ensure daily operations. According to China’s Ministry of...
Aviation

India signs mega deal for new attack helicopters

According to a release by the Ministry of Defense, India has signed two major contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) Prachand, worth ₹62,700 crore ($7,3 billion), excluding taxes. The...
Maritime Security

Japan activates new missile unit in Ōita

The Japanese Ministry of Defense has formally established a new coastal missile unit in Ōita Prefecture. According to Japan’s public broadcaster NHK, the new unit—designated the 8th Surface-to-Ship Missile Regiment—was activated on March 30 at the Japan Ground...
Maritime Security

China warns Philippines over sea patrols

China’s Ministry of National Defense has issued a direct warning to the Philippines amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea. In a statement released Friday, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) confirmed that its Southern Theater Command...
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