East Asia and Pacific Region
South Korea launches Miguel Malvar-class guided missile frigate for Philippine Navy
During a ceremony held on March 27, 2025, the South Korean company HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) launched the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), the second Miguel Malvar-class guided missile frigate ordered by the Philippine […]
East Asia and Pacific Region
Hanwha Systems inked a contract to produce maritime surveillance drone worth $352.8 million
South Korea has started mass production of the new multi-purpose medium-altitude unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) named ‘Korean Reaper’ to increase military surveillance reach over North Korea. The country’s largest airline, Korean Air, in joint venture […]
East Asia and Pacific Region
Korean Navy Commissions Fourth Daegu-class FFX Batch II Frigate
The Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy commissioned its fourth Daegu-class FFX Batch II frigate on 10 November 2021. ROKS Donghae (FFG-822) was built by local shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI). The commissioning ceremony took place […]
