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A multi-year project, set to run from 2023 to 2025, has been launched to ensure the upkeep of the RF-5’s camera and avionics systems, with a budget of NT$33 million (US$1.03 million).
Indonesia cancels plans to purchase Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets due to fiscal constraints, opting instead to retrofit existing aircraft.
Taiwan’s defence capabilities are set to receive a significant boost as the Pentagon awards a manufacturing contract to supply AGM-154 Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) glide bombs for the island’s fleet of F-16 Fighting Falcon jets.
In executing these missions, the F-16s have been deployed with a variety of munitions, including precision-guided missiles and bombs, as well as unguided "dumb" bombs. This diverse arsenal enables Israeli pilots to adapt to dynamic combat situations and engage targets with precision and effectiveness.
India's indigenous UAV industry lags behind its space achievements and military size. To become an aerospace leader, India must prioritise private-sector-led R&D over state-led efforts like DRDO. This is crucial, given China's advances in UAV tech, while Pakistan acquires advanced UAVs from Turkey