Luis Petri Named Argentina’s Defense Minister by President-Elect Milei
Argentina's President-Elect, Javier Milei, officially named Luis Petri as Defense Minister on December 4, 2023.
December 4, 2023Section
Defense Monitor
Weekly defense intelligence covering military, security, and defense industry developments across Latin America and Brazil.
Renewal of Colombian Military Aviation with Modern Fighters
The Colombian Aerospace Force (FAC) is actively seeking to replace its aging Kfir fighter jets with modern fighters.
December 4, 2023
Mexico’s Aerospace Exports Soar in 2023
Mexico's aerospace exports surged from $6.6B in 2020 to $8.1B in 2022—now forecast at $9.4B. See why Mexico ranks 7th...
December 2, 2023
Airbus Equips German Navy for Russian Submarine Surveillance
In the latest defense news, Airbus is set to deliver 31 NH90 Sea Tiger helicopters to the German Navy by...
December 1, 2023
Brazil’s Military Response to Escalating Esequibo Region Tensions
Brazil has amplified its military presence in the north, responding to a crisis ignited by Venezuela's planned referendum.
November 30, 2023
Siatt Secures Contract for Brazil’s Maritime Security
Brazil's specialist in high-tech systems, Siatt, partially owned by the EDGE Group, has secured a pivotal contract.
November 30, 2023
Ecuador Undergoes Major Military Leadership Reshuffle
Ecuador's President, Daniel Noboa, has reshaped the nation's military leadership early in his 18-month term.
November 30, 2023
Chile and Peru Enhance Military Cooperation
In the latest LatAm defense news, Chile and Peru recently conducted the 39th Regional Bilateral Coordination Meeting in Tacna.
November 29, 2023
Israel-Morocco Tank Deal Stalls Amid Conflict
Israel stopped its planned Merkava Mk-3 tank sale to Morocco due to the escalating conflict following a Hamas attack
November 29, 2023