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Havelsan Unveils Çaka Unmanned System
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Havelsan Unveils Çaka Unmanned System

At IDEF 2023, Turkish defence company Havelsan Unveils Çaka Unmanned System. According to Havelsan the Çaka submersible kamikaze unmanned surface vessel (s-kusv) is a game changer. This trimaran design has an 8.5m hull with 3.3m beam and 3.2 tonne displacement. On the surface, the Çaka reaches over 60 knots powered by a 550 hp diesel engine and surface drive propeller. But its key capability is to dive, running silently on electric motors and waterjets. While slower underwater, this allows the

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US Pushes F-16 Sale to Argentina to Counter JF-17 Deal
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US Pushes F-16 Sale to Argentina to Counter JF-17 Deal

The Argentinian defense ministry allocated US$664 million in September 2021 to acquire 12 new fighter jets to replace its aging fleet. With the UK imposing an arms embargo on Argentina after the Falklands War, the country’s options were limited. Argentina explored acquiring Russian-built MiG-29s or MiG-35s, the joint China-Pakistan JF-17 fighter, or India’s indigenous LCA Tejas jet. Each option came with trade-offs in cost, capabilities, and geopolitical considerations but US Pushes F-16 Sale to Argentina to Counter JF-17 Deal. US

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Baykar Presence in Pakistan Through New R&D Deal
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Baykar Presence in Pakistan Through New R&D Deal

Turkish defense tech leader Baykar has cemented its foothold in Pakistan through a new research and development agreement signed at the Pakistan National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP). Through this deal, Baykar Teknoloji, founded by Baykar Chairperson Selçuk Bayraktar, will carry out R&D activities within NASTP. This strategic collaboration promises to advance technological capabilities and bolster defense capacities for both Turkey and Pakistan. Partnership Reflects Baykar’s Global Vision The partnership reflects the dedication and vision of drone magnate Baykar

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Pakistan Navy's Farewell to PNS TARIQ: The Last Type-21 Ship
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Pakistan Navy’s Farewell to PNS TARIQ: The Last Type-21 Ship

Karachi, August 5, 2023 – In a poignant yet impressive ceremony held at the PN Dockyard in Karachi, the Pakistan Navy bid a heartfelt farewell to its last Type-21 Class Ship, the PNS TARIQ, which had dutifully served the nation for an impressive span of 30 years. Gracing the event as the Chief Guest was Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs. The Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi, welcomed the Chief Guest aboard

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Pakistan Launches 4th MILGEM Corvette PNS TARIQ
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Pakistan Launches 4th MILGEM Corvette PNS TARIQ

Pakistan added another powerful warship to its naval fleet, with the Launche of 4th MILGEM Corvette PNS TARIQ. PNS TARIQ is the 4th vessel in the MILGEM corvette class being built indigenously under a joint program between Pakistan and Turkey. The contract to construct four MILGEM corvettes was signed in 2018 between Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production and Turkey’s ASFAT shipyard. The first two ships are being built at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard, while PNS TARIQ and one more ship

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World Defense Show 2024 to Spur Saudi Growth
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World Defense Show 2024 to Spur Saudi Growth

The second edition of Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show (WDS) in 2024 is gearing up to be a major global event. With over 60 exhibiting countries, it will see a substantial increase of more than 20 nations compared to the inaugural event. The World Defense Show 2024 to Spur Saudi Growth will attract wider participation and spur investments for the Kingdom’s defense industry. New country pavilions Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Denmark, Kuwait, Oman and several African countries will be making their first

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