Australian combat jets will fire US hypersonics
In a bold move to restore its long-range strike capabilities, Australia is set to test-launch a US hypersonic missile from one of its combat jets.
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China tightening its grip on leaky rare earth supplies
China has launched a set of new rules to improve the traceability in its rare earth sector to ensure that sanctioned American firms can’t gain access to the nation’s precious metals.
US in a hypersonic hustle to catch China, Russia
The US aims to arm its warships with hypersonic ship-killing missiles, a move that seeks to catch up with China and Russia while scrambling to land on an ideal naval launch platform for the weapons.
Japan eyes muscling up Australia’s rebuilding navy
Japan is considering launching a bid to jointly develop its Mogami-class frigates with Australia. If selected, the joint project would enhance bilateral defense capabilities, boost Japan’s local defense industry and counterbalance China’s rising naval power.
US defense contractor shares a bad wartime bet
The escalation of geopolitical tensions continues: as one hotspot cools another emerges somewhere else. And judging by news headlines, it doesn’t look like the situation will improve any time soon.