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PLA Navy Commissions Third Aircraft Carrier Fujian with EMALS Technology

China's People's Liberation Army Navy has officially commissioned the Type 003 aircraft carrier Fujian, equipped with an electromagnetic aircraft launch system. The carrier represents a significant qualitative leap in Chinese naval aviation capability and power projection.

India DRDO Successfully Tests Long-Range Hypersonic Missile System

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has completed a successful test of its domestically developed hypersonic cruise missile, capable of speeds exceeding Mach 6. The achievement positions India among an elite group of nations with operational hypersonic strike capability.

Kongsberg Wins $473.5M Contract for Joint Strike Missile

Kongsberg has secured a significant contract for its Joint Strike Missile, emphasizing its continued international defense collaborations. This development could influence regional military dynamics as a sixth country joins the program.

US Lifts Export Controls on Advanced AI Models

The removal of export restrictions on Anthropic's AI models signals heightened tensions over AI technology's role in military applications. The decision follows concerns about potential misuse by state actors.