Dominican Republic establishes new air base in the southwest of the country
President Luis Abinader Corona has authorized the creation of an air base in Barahona province, named the Southern Command of...
August 22, 2023Section
Defense Monitor
Weekly defense intelligence covering military, security, and defense industry developments across Latin America and Brazil.
Brazilian gun manufacturer Taurus Armas is bidding for a major rifle contract in India
The Brazilian gun manufacturer, Taurus Armas, is in contention for a significant tender initiated by the Indian Government.
August 21, 2023
Argentina and Brazil strengthen their maritime cooperation after a six-year hiatus
Argentina's Defense Minister, Jorge Taiana, joined forces with Brazil's Ambassador, Julio Glinternik Vitelli, and the head of the Argentine Navy,...
August 20, 2023
Peru’s Air Force and the U.S. pave the way for a national spaceport in Peru
The Peru Air Force has recently hinted at the potential development of a spaceport within Peru's boundaries. This stems from...
August 19, 2023
UAE and Brazil drive aerospace innovation with strategic engine development alliance
Recently, the UAE's state-owned EDGE Group unveiled a strategic alliance with the Brazilian Navy, committing to co-investment in creating advanced...
August 18, 2023
Belarus receives first batch of Russian Mi-35 assault helicopters amid ongoing Ukraine conflict
Today, Belarus welcomed the initial batch of Russian Mi-35 assault helicopters, as confirmed by the Belarusian Defense Ministry.
August 17, 2023
Crime in the skies: Mexico cracks down on drone threats with stiff penalties
In light of recent concerns, Mexico's President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has introduced legislation targeting the illicit use of drones,...
August 17, 2023
Already spending 5% of GDP on defense, Brazil is investing further US$11 billion in the sector
On August 11th, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's President Luiz Inácio da Silva unveiled the Growth Acceleration Program (PAC).
August 15, 2023
A comprehensive breakdown: international military aid to Ukraine
Since the war in Ukraine started in late February 2022, several nations have provided Ukraine with military equipment to bolster...
August 14, 2023