Asia Pacific – Page 119 – The Defense Post

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22 April

Indian Army soldiers are patrolling with AK-47 weapons in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, India

At Least 24 Killed in Kashmir Attack on Tourists: Indian Police Source

At least 24 people were killed in Indian-administered Kashmir when gunmen opened fire on tourists, a senior police officer said.

22 April

KF-21 Boramae fighter aircraft. Photo: Korea Aerospace Industries

Juster Domingo

UAE Signs KF-21 Boramae Fighter Cooperation Deal With South Korea

South Korea and the UAE have signed a deal for comprehensive cooperation on the development and operation of Seoul's KF-21 Boramae fighters.

22 April

Inder Singh Bisht

Australia Launches Quantum-Secure Communication Network for GPS-Denied Environments

The Australian Department of Defence has launched a quantum research project to enhance secure timing and communications for the Australian Armed Forces in the battlespace.

22 April

Giulia Bernacchi

Sweden, Singapore to Cooperate on Land Systems Under Defense Deal

Sweden and the Republic of Singapore have signed a long-term cooperation agreement focused on joint land domain studies.

22 April

Maldives National Defence Force's Ajban 4x4 light armored vehicles

Rojoef Manuel

Maldives Showcase Ajban Armored Vehicles for First Time

The Maldives National Defence Force has unveiled its new Ajban 4x4 light armored vehicles to the public for the first time.

22 April

BRP Tarlac (LD-601) landing platform dock

Rojoef Manuel

First Philippine Tarlac Amphibious Transport Ship in Indonesia for Maintenance

The Philippine Navy’s lead Tarlac-class landing platform dock vessel has arrived in Indonesia for sustainment and repair works.

22 April

An M1991 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) is seen launching a rocket from one of its barrels. The launcher is on the back of the unit's truck component.

Juster Domingo

Ukraine Video Shows Russia Operating North Korean Rocket Launchers

A Ukrainian journalist has shared what appears to be the first video of a North Korean M1991 Multiple Launch Rocket System on Russian territory.

22 April

Staff Writer With AFP

Myanmar Post-Earthquake Truce Due to Lapse

A Myanmar ceasefire declared after last month's devastating earthquake was due to expire, after aid groups and international mediators called for an extension to ease relief efforts.

21 April