France’s Solo Defense Ambition Clashes with Joint Plans
France's new defense plan for 2024-2030 is shaking up its partnership with the Future Air Combat System (FCAS).
September 20, 2023Section
Defense Monitor
Weekly defense intelligence covering military, security, and defense industry developments across Latin America and Brazil.
Brazil’s Embraer Eyes Austrian Air Force Deal with C-390 Plane
Brazilian firm Embraer is pitching its faster, more versatile C-390 Millennium to replace Austria's aging Lockheed C-130 aircraft.
September 19, 2023
Russian Soldiers Joining at Mexican Military Parade
In the latest Mexico defense news, Mexico City celebrated with 14,000 Army, Air Force, Navy, and Guard members.
September 18, 2023
Brazilian Army Delays Tank Upgrade Plans
The Brazilian Army announced on the Logistics Command's website that it has paused the Leopard 1A5 BR upgrade.
September 15, 2023
Navantia Adds NSM Missile to S-80 Sub
Navantia secured a 446,908 euro (US$ 478,091.56) contract to integrate Norway's Kongsberg NSM missile into S-80 submarines.
September 14, 2023
Eurofighter and Rafale Vie for Bangladesh Jet Deal
Airbus's Eurofighter and Dassault's Rafale are competing in Bangladesh. The country wants to buy eight fighter jets.
September 13, 2023
Argentine C-130 Hercules Faces Landing Gear Issue in Brazil
In the latest news, An Argentine Air Force C-130 Hercules faced a landing gear problem in Brazil. Importantly, no one...
September 12, 2023
Ecuador’s President Gives Army 20 Armored Cars
Ecuador's President, Guillermo Lasso, gave 20 Cobra II armored vehicles to the army. This took place in a Quito ceremony.
September 12, 2023
Argentina Launches Defense Fiber Optic Network
Argentine Defense Minister Jorge Taiana launched a new fiber optic network that will boost secure communication for national defense.
September 11, 2023