Here are my stories written for Janes Defence Weekly during 2021

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Here are my stories written for Janes Defence Weekly.

Date Title
07 Dec 2021 Update: Russia deploys Bastion coastal defence system at new military facility in disputed Kuril Islands
06 Dec 2021 Russia deploys Bastion coastal defence system at new military facility in disputed Kuril Islands
01 Dec 2021 Japanese MoD calls on USFJ to ground F-16s
22 Nov 2021 Australia, Japan mark new level of naval interoperability in JMSDF escort mission
18 Nov 2021 Japan deploys submarine and P-1 in ASW drills with US for first time
17 Nov 2021 GDLS withdraws from Japan's Type 96 replacement programme, says ATLA
10 Nov 2021 Tokyo retracts claim North Korea test-launched two ballistic missiles on 19 October
09 Nov 2021 German frigate to help monitor enforcement of UN resolutions against North Korea
29 Oct 2021 Japan takes delivery of first KC-46A tanker aircraft
27 Oct 2021 Chinese, Russian navies conclude first joint patrols in Western Pacific
25 Oct 2021 Japan launches first of two new 4,900-tonne oil tankers for JMSDF
19 Oct 2021 Japan spots Chinese and Russian warships sailing through the Tsugaru Strait for the first time
19 Oct 2021 North Korea test-launches at least one possible SLBM
18 Oct 2021 Japan's LDP vows to double defence spending amid ‘increasingly severe security environment'
15 Oct 2021 Number of JASDF scrambles increases 5.1% in first half of FY 2021/22
15 Oct 2021 Japan launches second Taigei-class submarine for JMSDF
05 Oct 2021 Two USMC F-35Bs conduct take-offs, landings from JS Izumo
28 Sep 2021 ATLA receives two prototypes of upgraded variant of SH-60K naval helicopter
13 Sep 2021 Japan detects suspected Chinese submarine near southern island
02 Sep 2021 Japan to deploy anti-ship missile unit to Okinawa Island
31 Aug 2021 Japan requests USD50 billion defence budget for 2022
05 Aug 2021 Japan scraps plans to integrate its F-15 fighters with LRASM
05 Aug 2021 US State Department approves sale to Japan of additional RIM-116C missiles
03 Aug 2021 Tokyo aiming to deploy EW unit to Yonaguni Island in Okinawa Prefecture
26 Jul 2021 JGSDF's 103rd Squadron retires its final CH-47J
21 Jul 2021 UK to permanently assign two OPVs to Indo-Pacific region
19 Jul 2021 MHI to supply equipment aimed at detecting electromagnetic interference with Japanese satellites
19 Jul 2021 Japan's ATLA reveals more details about next-gen OPV plans
16 Jul 2021 Japan to operate F-35Bs from air base near remote southwestern islands
15 Jul 2021 Japan, UK to conduct joint research on chemical and biological protection technology
13 Jul 2021 Japanese defence white paper highlights importance of ‘Taiwanese stability' for Tokyo
07 Jul 2021 Number of Chinese vessels entering contiguous zone of disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands reached record level in first half of 2021
06 Jul 2021 Japan's deputy PM eyes possibility of Tokyo joining US in defending Taiwan
25 Jun 2021 Japan completes development of UH-2 multirole helicopter for JGSDF
22 Jun 2021 Japan's MHI launches third Mogami-class multirole frigate for JMSDF
21 Jun 2021 Japan to equip Aegis Ashore replacements with AN/SPY-7 SSRs
14 Jun 2021 JMSDF tests new torpedo system in Kagoshima
09 Jun 2021 Japan agrees to protect Australian Defence Force assets
03 Jun 2021 Update: Japan plans to also operate F-35A fighters from Komatsu Air Base
19 May 2021 Japan aims to develop modular hybrid electric vehicle for JGSDF
12 May 2021 MHI conducts first test flight of upgraded variant of SH-60K naval helicopter
12 Apr 2021 Number of JASDF scrambles drops 23% in FY 2020/21
07 Apr 2021 Japan postpones plans to integrate its F-15 fighters with stand-off missiles
06 Apr 2021 Japan mulls operating F-35Bs from JASDF base near remote southwestern islands
30 Mar 2021 MHI, Thales to collaborate on sonar technologies for use on MCM AUVs
30 Mar 2021 JGSDF forms new EW unit to defend Japan’s southern remote islands
29 Mar 2021 Tokyo urged to increasingly focus on high-power microwave- and laser-based weapons
29 Mar 2021 MHI to take over Mitsui E&S’s shipbuilding business
25 Mar 2021 North Korea resumes ballistic missile launches after one-year hiatus
24 Mar 2021 Japan commissions 12th and final Soryu-class diesel-electric attack submarine
19 Mar 2021 JMSDF commissions second Maya-class guided-missile destroyer
16 Mar 2021 Japan commissions third Awaji-class minesweeper
16 Mar 2021 Japan ‘resolved’ to enhance its defence capabilities and deepen alliance with US
04 Mar 2021 Japan commissions third Hibiki-class ocean surveillance ship
03 Mar 2021 Japan’s MHI launches second 3,900 tonne-class multirole frigate for JMSDF
26 Feb 2021 JGSDF receives third MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft
22 Feb 2021 Japan signs USD57.6 million contract for 51 upgraded RIM-116C missiles
22 Feb 2021 JASDF lieutenant and USAF instructor die in USAF T-38 crash
18 Feb 2021 Japan, US agree to maintain cost of HNS agreement for a year
17 Feb 2021 JSDF to acquire four transport vessels to defend remote islands
11 Feb 2021 Japan signs USD287 million contract for SM-3 Block IIA interceptor missiles
10 Feb 2021 KHI to develop EW aircraft for JASDF with stand-off jamming capability
08 Feb 2021 JMSDF submarine collides with commercial vessel off Kochi, three injured
04 Feb 2021 Japan, UK agree to enhance security co-operation in Indo-Pacific region
15 Jan 2021 North Korea unveils Pukguksong-5 SLBM at military parade
12 Jan 2021 Japan plans to deploy unmanned fighters as early as 2035
04 Jan 2021 Japan to begin mass production of new ASM-3A supersonic anti-ship missile
04 Jan 2021 Frequency of Chinese vessels entering contiguous zone of disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands reached record level in 2020

Here are my pieces for Janes Defence Weekly so far this year

Here are my stories for Janes Defence Weekly so far this year in reverse chronological order.

Date 　　　　Title
12 Apr 2021 Number of JASDF scrambles drops 23% in FY 2020/21

07 Apr 2021 Japan postpones plans to integrate its F-15 fighters with stand-off missiles

06 Apr 2021 Japan mulls operating F-35Bs from JASDF base near remote southwestern islands

30 Mar 2021 MHI, Thales to collaborate on sonar technologies for use on MCM AUVs

30 Mar 2021 JGSDF forms new EW unit to defend Japan’s southern remote islands

29 Mar 2021 Tokyo urged to increasingly focus on high-power microwave- and laser-based weapons

29 Mar 2021 MHI to take over Mitsui E&S’s shipbuilding business

25 Mar 2021 North Korea resumes ballistic missile launches after one-year hiatus

24 Mar 2021 Japan commissions 12th and final Soryu-class diesel-electric attack submarine

19 Mar 2021 JMSDF commissions second Maya-class guided-missile destroyer

16 Mar 2021 Japan commissions third Awaji-class minesweeper

16 Mar 2021 Japan ‘resolved’ to enhance its defence capabilities and deepen alliance with US

04 Mar 2021 Japan commissions third Hibiki-class ocean surveillance ship

03 Mar 2021 Japan’s MHI launches second 3,900 tonne-class multirole frigate for JMSDF

26 Feb 2021 JGSDF receives third MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft

22 Feb 2021 Japan signs USD57.6 million contract for 51 upgraded RIM-116C missiles

22 Feb 2021 JASDF lieutenant and USAF instructor die in USAF T-38 crash

18 Feb 2021 Japan, US agree to maintain cost of HNS agreement for a year

17 Feb 2021 JSDF to acquire four transport vessels to defend remote islands

11 Feb 2021 Japan signs USD287 million contract for SM-3 Block IIA interceptor missiles

10 Feb 2021 KHI to develop EW aircraft for JASDF with stand-off jamming capability

08 Feb 2021 JMSDF submarine collides with commercial vessel off Kochi, three injured

04 Feb 2021 Japan, UK agree to enhance security co-operation in Indo-Pacific region

15 Jan 2021 North Korea unveils Pukguksong-5 SLBM at military parade

12 Jan 2021 Japan plans to deploy unmanned fighters as early as 2035

04 Jan 2021 Japan to begin mass production of new ASM-3A supersonic anti-ship missile

04 Jan 2021 Frequency of Chinese vessels entering contiguous zone of disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands reached record level in 2020

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Long time no blog! Here are my stories for JDW during this year

Hi! Long time no blog! Here are my stories for Janes Defence Weekly throughout this year in reverse chronological order. Janes redesigned its website in May. Since then most of my stories have become unseen on the site because Janes limits the number of articles people can read free.

Date & Title

31 Dec 2020 　JASDF retires last F-4EJ Kai multirole fighters

22 Dec 2020 　Japan looking to participate in US SDA’s ‘Tracking Layer’ satellite programme

21 Dec 2020 　Japanese cabinet approves 0.5% increase in defence spending

18 Dec 2020　 　Update: Tokyo approves plan to develop Type 12 missile into stand-off weapon

18 Dec 2020 　Japan selects Lockheed Martin to support MHI in developing next-generation fighter aircraft

09 Dec 2020 　Japan to build two new Aegis-equipped destroyers as alternatives to land-based BMD systems

30 Nov 2020 　Japan launches first optical data relay satellite

19 Nov 2020 　Mitsui E&S launches first 3,900 tonne-class multirole frigate for JMSDF

05 Nov 2020 　BAE Systems, Boeing, Lockheed Martin table F-X partnership proposals in Japan

30 Oct 2020 　Tokyo signs contract with MHI on F-X fighter project

14 Oct 2020 　MHI launches first of new class of submarines for JMSDF equipped with lithium-ion batteries

13 Oct 2020 　Increased deterrence: North Korea puts newest military capabilities on display

12 Oct 2020 　Fewer JASDF aircraft scrambled in first half of FY 2020

08 Oct 2020 　Japan’s converted Izumo-class carriers will not feature a ‘ski-jump’ ramp for F-35B operations

05 Oct 2020 　Tokyo plans to develop new vehicle-borne SAM system from FY 2021

02 Oct 2020 　JMSDF begins operations at new headquarters in Yokosuka

30 Sep 2020 　Japanese MoD requests 3.3% budget increase for FY 2021

24 Sep 2020 　Japan considering three sea-based options after cancelling Aegis Ashore BMD system

17 Sep 2020 　Abe's younger brother appointed as Japan's new defence minister

17 Sep 2020 　Tokyo urged to strengthen control of Senkaku Islands

11 Sep 2020 　Tokyo considering ‘new course’ to counter growing ballistic missile threat

09 Sep 2020 　Japan to begin receiving Joint Strike Missiles from April 2021

01 Sep 2020 　Tokyo to sign contract with MHI on F-X fighter project as early as October

24 Aug 2020 　Lockheed Martin awarded contract modification for Aegis Ashore Japan

10 Aug 2020 　Tokyo to build JSDF base on Mage Island

03 Aug 2020 　Update: Japan confirms single prime contractor for F-X

30 Jul 2020 　Defence panel within Japan’s ruling party urges Tokyo to acquire capability to strike enemy bases

14 Jul 2020 　Japanese defence white paper warns of Beijing’s ‘attempt to expand its influence’ amid Covid-19 pandemic

10 Jul 2020 　Update: JGSDF receives first MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft

10 Jul 2020 　US approves sale of 105 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft to Japan

09 Jul 2020 　Tokyo considering building two more Aegis-equipped destroyers following Aegis Ashore cancellation

08 Jul 2020 　Japan aiming to start production of new fighter aircraft in FY 2031

06 Jul 2020 　Kawasaki Heavy Industries secures contract to develop new MMPS for JGSDF

02 Jul 2020 　JGSDF to form new EW unit to defend Japan’s southern remote islands

30 Jun 2020 　Japan begins refitting first of two Izumo-class carriers to support F-35B operations

25 Jun 2020 　Kono confirms cancellation of Aegis Ashore deployment in Japan

23 Jun 2020 　Japan aiming to develop prototypes of self-propelled mine system

22 Jun 2020 　Update: China Coast Guard maintaining continuous presence near Senkaku/Diaoyu islands since mid-April

17 Jun 2020 　Japan deploys Patriot PAC-3 MSE air-defence systems to four military bases

17 Jun 2020 　Japan may build more Aegis-equipped destroyers if Aegis Ashore deployment is cancelled

15 Jun 2020 　Japan announces suspension of Aegis Ashore deployment

05 Jun 2020 　MHI secures contract to build prototypes of three new Type-16 variants

03 Jun 2020 　Subaru secures deal to build six UH-X helicopters for JGSDF

01 Jun 2020 　JMSDF despatches team of mechanics to Vietnam to fix engine problem on P-3C aircraft

22 May 2020 　JASDF integrates Auto GCAS onto F-35A fighter aircraft at Misawa Air Base

22 May 2020 　Value of Japanese Aegis Ashore contract increases to USD3.23 billion

20 May 2020 　Japan Ground Self-Defense Force displays new rifle and pistol

18 May 2020 　Japan sets up its first ‘Space Operations Squadron’

12 May 2020 　Hitachi secures contract to develop new armoured bulldozer for JGSDF

11 May 2020 　First two MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft for JGSDF arrive in Japan

10 May 2020 　Kono refutes media reports on cancellation of Aegis Ashore deployment to Akita

06 May 2020 　JGSDF to acquire additional Type-19 SPHs and Type-16 MCVs

24 Apr 2020 　JASDF receives first two Cessna Citation Latitude aircraft for flight inspection missions

22 Apr 2020 　Covid-19: JSDF suspends training activities between different bases and units due to coronavirus

20 Apr 2020 　Japan passes law to form its first ‘Space Operations Squadron’

16 Apr 2020 　Two more E-2D AEW&C aircraft for JASDF arrive in Japan

14 Apr 2020 　China may expand military activities in the Western Pacific, says Japanese MoD think tank

09 Apr 2020 　Number of Chinese military aircraft approaching Japanese airspace rose by nearly 6% in FY 2019

08 Apr 2020 　Japan to develop AI-based system to counter cyber attacks

08 Apr 2020 　Covid-19: Kono says Japan may withdraw JSDF troops from Djibouti base over coronavirus

06 Apr 2020 　Covid-19: USFJ commander declares public health emergency for US military bases in Japan’s Kanto Plain

06 Apr 2020 　Tokyo looking to increase number of female personnel in JSDF

02 Apr 2020 　Update: Japan rejects foreign plans for next-generation fighter

01 Apr 2020 　Japan rejects foreign plans for next-generation fighter

31 Mar 2020 　JMSDF destroyer collides with Chinese fishing boat in East China Sea, two injured

30 Mar 2020 　Covid-19: Tokyo despatches military personnel to airports to help stem the spread of coronavirus

26 Mar 2020 　Japan deploys SAM, ASM batteries to Miyakojima Island

19 Mar 2020 　Japan commissions first Maya-class guided-missile destroyer

12 Mar 2020 　Japan developing new anti-surface warheads for future hypersonic weapons

09 Mar 2020 　Value of Japanese Aegis Ashore contract increases to USD3.21 billion

05 Mar 2020 　Japan commissions first Soryu-class submarine equipped with lithium-ion batteries

28 Feb 2020 　Japan confirms development of new air-launched anti-ship missile