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Latest Asia stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

China Describes Its New CH-7 Stealthy Drone As “Eyes for Other Combat Units”

China Describes Its New CH-7 Stealthy Drone As “Eyes for Other Combat Units”

January 2, 2025

China’s stealth CH-7 drone aims to rival the elusive RQ-180, sparking questions about manned-unmanned teamwork and tactical advances.

USS Carl Vinson Revisits Malaysia After Decade-Long Hiatus

USS Carl Vinson Revisits Malaysia After Decade-Long Hiatus

December 31, 2024

USS Carl Vinson hits Malaysia, marking a big return for US carriers. Diplomacy, downtime, and strategy collide in Port Klang!

China Launches Largest Amphibious Assault Ship, Strengthens Naval Dominance

China Launches Largest Amphibious Assault Ship, Strengthens Naval Dominance

December 30, 2024

China’s new Type 076 Sichuan, a tech-packed “light carrier,” redefines naval power with cutting-edge upgrades and global ambitions.

Power Projection in the Pacific: Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group’s Latest Operations in the South China Sea

Power Projection in the Pacific: Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group’s Latest Operations in the South China Sea

December 27, 2024

Carl Vinson CSG’s ops in South China Sea showcase US naval power, countering China’s ambitions and ensuring freedom of navigation.

Senior US Airman Sentenced to Five Years of Hard Labor For Sexual Assault of I5 Year Old Girl in Japan

Senior US Airman Sentenced to Five Years of Hard Labor For Sexual Assault of I5 Year Old Girl in Japan

December 24, 2024

Senior Airman Brennon Washington’s actions in Okinawa are a grim reminder that one individual’s failure to uphold the values of the uniform can ripple across borders, straining alliances and deepening scars in a host community already burdened by a long history of military misconduct.

How Dual-Carrier War Drills in Pacific Bring New Tactics, Advantages

How Dual-Carrier War Drills in Pacific Bring New Tactics, Advantages

December 24, 2024

Dual US carriers flex airpower in the Pacific, prepping for scaled 5th-gen dominance. Is the PLA ready to counter this firepower?

Former U.S. Marine Pilot Daniel Duggan to Be Extradited Over Alleged Training of Chinese Military Pilots

Former U.S. Marine Pilot Daniel Duggan to Be Extradited Over Alleged Training of Chinese Military Pilots

December 23, 2024

Daniel Duggan’s extradition underscores the growing tension between protecting national security and addressing the ethical challenges of former military personnel sharing expertise with foreign powers.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Spotlights Trilateral Strength at Yama Sakura 87

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Spotlights Trilateral Strength at Yama Sakura 87

December 16, 2024

Austin’s Japan visit during Yama Sakura 87 shows how the US, Japan, and Australia team up for peace with epic drills and new milestones.

Aegis Guam Intercept Helps Form Multi-National Defensive Missile “Shield” Across Pacific

Aegis Guam Intercept Helps Form Multi-National Defensive Missile “Shield” Across Pacific

December 13, 2024

Aegis Guam launches SM-3 IIA missile to intercept a Pacific target, building a multi-nation missile defense ‘shield’ across the region.

Chinese Helicopter Harasses Filipino Fishermen in Disputed South China Sea

Chinese Helicopter Harasses Filipino Fishermen in Disputed South China Sea

December 3, 2024

Filipino fishermen face China’s intimidation at Iroquois Reef, but the Philippine Coast Guard is stepping up to defend their waters.

China Develops New Gatling Gun For Drone Swarm Defense

China Develops New Gatling Gun For Drone Swarm Defense

November 26, 2024

China’s new LD-3000 air defense system fires 12,000 rounds/min to crush drones, missiles, and more—outpacing the US Phalanx in range!

Philippines Acquire Breakthrough Typhon Medium-Range Ballistic Missile Launchers

Philippines Acquire Breakthrough Typhon Medium-Range Ballistic Missile Launchers

November 25, 2024

“China fumes as the Philippines eyes US-made Typhon missile launchers—escalating tensions in the South China Sea. Who’s pushing harder?

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