Etiqueta: South-Korea
For $6.5 billion, the U.S. authorizes the sale of a modernization package for the South Korean Air Force’s F-15K fighters
The United States government has recently authorized the potential sale of a modernization package for the South Korean Air Force’s F-15K fighter jets (ROKAF), amounting to $6.2 billion. The objective is to upgrade the Slam Eagles and provide related logistical support elements. This was...
Peru seeks to advance in the production of components for the manufacture of the new KAI KF-21 fighter of the South Korean Air Force
Industrial relations in defense production between Peru and South Korea are undergoing a process of deepening, consolidation, and sustained expansion. One of the most recent milestones achieved by both nations, aimed at opening doors to new development and manufacturing programs, is Peru's confirmation of...
For over $4.9 billion, the U.S. has authorized the sale of new AEW&C E-7 Wedgetail aircraft to the South Korean Air Force
The U.S. government recently authorized the potential sale of new AEW&C E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, intended for the South Korean Air Force to strengthen its airborne control and early warning capabilities, in a deal worth over $4.9 billion. This notification was sent by the Department...
Construction begins on the third and final of the South Korean Navy’s new KSS-III Batch-II ballistic missile submarines
Hanwha Ocean has begun construction on the third and final submarine in the KSS-III Batch-II series for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN). This submarine was introduced at a steel-cutting ceremony held at the company's Geoje shipyard.
The latest KSS-III Batch-II ballistic missile submarine has...
Due to the war in Ukraine, the South Korean Army is reconsidering the purchase of 36 new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from the United States
Based on the lessons learned from the war in Ukraine, the South Korean Army is reportedly reconsidering its purchase of 36 new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters ordered from the United States, as this type of platform has proven to be particularly vulnerable in today’s...
North Korean hackers tried to attack the German company that manufactures IRIS-T missiles for the South Korean Air Force’s KF-21 fighter jet
At the end of last month, cybersecurity experts from the specialized company Mandiant (a subsidiary of Google) reported that the North Korean government hacking group known as “Kimsuky” attempted to carry out attacks against the German company Diehl Defence, which manufactures the IRIS-T missiles...
South Korea might advance in the purchase of new Warmate loitering munitions from Poland to equip its Armed Forces
Showcasing the important defense ties with Poland, the South Korean Armed Forces are close to finalizing the purchase of new Warmate loitering munitions to strengthen their attack capabilities, with the upcoming International Defense Exhibition of the Korean Army – Kadex 2024 as the backdrop....
For $3.5 billion, the U.S. approves the sale of 36 new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to the South Korean Army
On August 19, the U.S. government approved the potential sale of new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to South Korea, which already operates a fleet of 36 units with the South Korean Army Aviation. This was communicated to the U.S. Congress by the Department of...
