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Military

Young Thai voters hope to drive out pro-military party in general elections 2023

Millions of Thai citizens cast their votes on Sunday in the general election, with opposition parties capitalizing on widespread frustration over the military's grip on power and its handling of the economy.

US approves $350 million AH-1W helicopter refurbishment deal for Bahrain

The FMS package will involve the delivery of equipment and services to upgrade 24 AH-1W Super Cobra multi-role helicopters.

China increases defense budget by 7.2% to $230 billion

China has increased its defense spending for 2023, allocating a slightly larger share of its budget to military spending, as it seeks to become a regional military power.

US, UK and Australia hold China-focused air drills

The United States, UK, and Australia, on Wednesday, conducted joint air drills, Red Flag, over the Nevada desert and beyond as part of a simulation of high-end combat operations against Chinese fighter jets and air defenses.

Pakistan’s former military ruler Pervez Musharraf dies in Dubai

Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan’s former president and army chief, has died in Dubai after a prolonged illness at Dubai American Hospital. He was 79.

Pakistan’s new army chief Gen Asim Munir takes charge of military

Pakistan’s new military chief General Asim Munir took command of the country’s armed forces from outgoing chief Gen Bajwa at a change of command ceremony

Iran protests intensify as death toll rises to 76

The riots, initially concentrated in Kurdish-populated northwestern regions, have spread to at least 50 cities and towns across the country.

India and Japan plan more military drills to strengthen defense ties

India has also invited Japanese industries to invest in its defense corridors

US and India to hold joint Military Exercise in Uttarakhand near border with China

The exercise will be held less than 100 km from the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh

China conducts military drills around Taiwan as US lawmakers visit the island

The five-member US congressional delegation also met Taiwan president.

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