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South Korea Sells 20 K9 Howitzers in First Vietnam Export Deal

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has signed an export agreement with Vietnam for its K9 self-propelled howitzers.

Vietnam to Sign $700-Million BrahMos Missile Deal With India

Vietnam is finalizing an agreement with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles amounting to $700 million.

Vietnam Receives Final Czech-Made L-39 Skyfox Military Aircraft

Czech manufacturers Aero Vodochody and Omnipol have completed delivery of the final batch of trainer and light combat aircraft to Vietnam.

Indonesia and Vietnam Agree to Upgrade Strategic Ties

Indonesia and Vietnam agreed to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership as the Southeast Asian allies' leaders met in Jakarta.

Russia, Vietnam Sign Nuclear Energy Deal

Russia and Vietnam signed an agreement on nuclear energy on Tuesday during a visit by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin aimed at deepening ties between the two long-standing allies.

US, European, Chinese Firms Seek to Draw Vietnam Arms Deals From Russia

Major US weapons manufacturers including Boeing and Lockheed Martin, along with Europe's Airbus and Chinese firms, put their wares on show at an arms fair in Vietnam.

Vietnam Welcomes First US Military Aircraft Since 1975

The Vietnam Air Defence Air Force has taken delivery of its first batch of T-6C Texan II aircraft ordered from the US, a first since the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. 

Why We Can’t Beat the Houthis

The US has lost control of the Red Sea due to its reliance on remote warfare tactics, like missiles and drones, which are ineffective against opponents who hide among civilians.

Vietnam Air Force Su-22 Fighter Jet Crashes During Exercise

A Vietnam Air Force Su-22 fighter jet crashed during a routine training flight in the Quảng Nam province.

US Discussing F-16 Fighter Deal With Vietnam

The US is reportedly in talks with Vietnam over the transfer of F-16 fighter jets to the Southeast Asian country.

Vietnam Frigates to Receive Long-Range Acoustic Devices

Protective communications developer Genasys has received a $1.9-million contract to supply long-range acoustic devices to Vietnam.

Australia, Vietnam Deliver UN Medical Field Support to South Sudan

The Australian and Vietnamese militaries have teamed on a United Nations Mission to deliver medical field support for South Sudan.

US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Vietnam

A US aircraft carrier arrived in the central Vietnamese city of Danang, weeks after Hanoi protested against Chinese vessels sailing in its waters.

ASEAN Moves Joint Drills From Disputed South China Sea Area

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations has moved its first-ever joint drills, Indonesia's military said, edging them away from waters disputed by China.

Vietnam Negotiating BrahMos Missile Purchase With India: Report

Vietnam is reportedly in talks with India to purchase BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.

ASEAN Bloc to Hold First Joint Military Drills

Southeast Asian nations have agreed to hold their first-ever joint military drills in the South China Sea, Indonesian officials said.

Czech Republic Eyes Aircraft, Radar Sales to Vietnam

The Czech Republic is looking to supply Vietnam with military aircraft and radars to help the Southeast Asian nation meet its growing security needs.

US Considers Choppers, Drones for Vietnam to Replace Russian Supply

The US is considering sending helicopters and drones to Vietnam to reduce its reliance on Russian arms.

Vietnam, Cuba Ink Enhanced Defense Pact

Vietnamese defense chief Luong Cuong and his Cuban counterpart Víctor Rojo Ramos signed an agreement to bolster their bilateral defense ties.

India, Vietnam Ink New Military Logistics Support Pact

The governments of India and Vietnam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on mutual logistics support for their armed forces.

Vietnam Expands Maritime Presence Amid South China Sea Tension

Vietnam has deployed a maritime militia unit off the country’s southern coast to bolster its naval presence amid growing tension in the South China Sea.

Why America’s limited conflicts become ‘forever wars’

Interview with Donald Stoker, Naval War College professor and author of "Why America Loses Wars: Limited War and US Strategy from the Korean War to the Present"

Vietnam air force pilots killed in Yak-52 plane crash

Two pilots were killed in Vietnam after their Yak-52 military trainer plane crashed during a training session

Boeing Insitu ScanEagle drones sold to Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam

Boeing Insitu was awarded an almost $48 million contract for 34 ScanEagle unmanned air vehicles for Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam