China's nuclear arsenal is rapidly expanding, with estimates of 600 warheads and potentially over 1,000 by 2030. Pakistan's smaller arsenal focuses on deterring India with tactical and strategic missiles. India is developing the Sudarshan Chakra air defense system to counter both threats.
North Korea tested a lightweight multi-purpose missile launching system and a multiple tactical cruise missile under Kim Jong-un's supervision, part of a five-year defense modernization goal.
Armenia is bolstering its defense cooperation with India, seeking advanced weapon systems and training to counter threats from Azerbaijan, which is supported by Pakistan and Turkey. Recent high-level visits and significant arms deals, including Akash missiles and Pinaka rockets, highlight this growing partnership.
Taiwan's Defense Ministry plans to purchase M109A7 self-propelled howitzers, HIMARS, anti-armor drone missile systems, and Javelin/TOW 2B anti-tank missiles to counter China's evolving military strategy. The acquisitions are part of a special budget totaling NT$780 billion over two phases, aimed at bolstering Taiwan's asymmetric warfare capabilities.
The Pentagon plans to acquire over 10,000 low-cost cruise missiles and up to 12,000 hypersonic weapons from emerging defense firms to rebuild US stockpiles depleted by recent conflicts, favoring speed and innovation over traditional contractors.
According to the Defense Ministry, 671 aircraft, 284 helicopters, 140,399 unmanned aerial vehicles, 658 anti-aircraft missile systems, 29,127 tanks and other armored combat vehicles
