Colombia Looks to Brazil as a Model for Air Force Renewal
In the latest Latin American defense news, Colombia is turning to Brazil as a model for modernizing its air force.
November 18, 2023Section
Defense Monitor
Weekly defense intelligence covering military, security, and defense industry developments across Latin America and Brazil.
Turkey Advances Eurofighter Purchase Amid Diplomatic Challenges
Turkey is eager to acquire Eurofighter jets, with Defense Minister Yasar Gular discussing the matter with the UK and Spain.
November 18, 2023
Chile’s Famae Set to Launch New Tornado-F Pistol in December 2023
Famae, a Chilean company, is set to release the Tornado-F pistol in December 2023, targeting the Chilean semiautomatic pistol market.
November 17, 2023
Brazil Leads as Initial Customer for Edge Group’s Advanced Missile
At the Dubai Airshow 2023, the Edge Group unveiled the Mansup-ER missile, an advanced Brazilian anti-ship and surface missile.
November 16, 2023
Colombia Ceases Arms Purchases from US, Canada, and Israel
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has declared that Colombia will stop buying arms from the United States, Canada, and Israel.
November 15, 2023
Strengthening Air Defense Partnerships in Europe
Paris recently dispelled concerns about Germany's commitment to the Future Air Combat System (FCAS) program.
November 14, 2023
Brazil Acts Against Suspected Hezbollah Activities with Key Arrest
Recently, the Brazilian Federal Police apprehended Abdulmajid in Rio de Janeiro on suspicions of recruiting for Hezbollah in Brazil.
November 13, 2023
Chile Advances with New Space Center Project
Nineteen companies are competing to construct the National Space Center (CEN) for the Chilean Air Force (FACh).
November 11, 2023
Chile and UK Navies Forge Stronger Ties
Recently, Chile's Navy and the UK's Royal Navy convened in London to exchange maritime expertise and fortify their partnership.
November 10, 2023