In Washington, China’s space footprint in Latin America is coming under increased scrutiny. Beijing now has access...
South America
South America’s defense sector remains modest but is steadily modernising. Military spending remained stable at about $53.6 billion in 2024 (~2% of the world total), led by Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Peru, who are investing in fighter jets, naval vessels, and armoured vehicles. Regional industry—especially in Brazil—is boosting indigenous production and exports.
Brazil has declined India’s offer to purchase an Akash surface-to-air missile (SAM) system and a Garuda self-propelled...
Overnight reports of US missile and air strikes on Venezuela triggered shockwaves across the region. Yet, crucial...
The U.S. reopens the Puerto Rico naval base at Roosevelt Roads after more than two decades, as...
Brazil enters the final conventional phase The PROSUB25 ceremony in Itaguaí was a major turning point in...
SoluNox and Brazil Reports from Pakistani and Brazilian defense circles indicate that SoluNox engines for Brazilian SIATT...
Why this deal matters now Peru is moving from buyer to builder. A planned Hyundai Rotem assembly...
Why New Delhi, and why now? Embraer has inaugurated its fully owned Embraer India office in New...
Colombia has made a significant advancement in modernizing its air force by showcasing the Saab Gripen E...
The United States has officially moved to block the sale of the General Electric F414-GE-39E engine, a...