China conducted its first confirmed submarine-based missile test since 1982, and first from a nuclear-powered submarine, on July 6. The launch involved a dummy warhead traveling 8,000km. A report suggested the JL-3 missile, seen publicly last September, is expected to boost China's nuclear strike capability.
The UK government is investing £8.4 billion in the next phase of its Dreadnought Class nuclear submarine program, with £5.9 billion allocated to BAE Systems. This funding aims to support 47,000 jobs and ensure the first submarine, HMS Dreadnought, enters service with the Royal Navy in the early 2030s.
Beijing accused Washington of "politicizing" global undersea cable networks after reports of a US plan to spend $175.8 million to replace ageing lines in the Caribbean and Central America, aiming to block Chinese involvement. China warned this move threatens the broader digital economy and global data connectivity.
Russia's Navy is developing a cutting-edge, large-displacement unmanned vessel to detect submarines and underwater objects, marking the first of its kind under the state armament program.
India commissions domestically built stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri and submarine hunter INS Malvan, showcasing efforts to scale up its naval fleet and reduce foreign dependence.
Russian Navy Commander-in-Chief Admiral Alexander Moiseyev confirms Black Sea Fleet submarines, including Project 636.6, are actively used to strike targets within enemy territory during the special military operation.
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas addresses Labor's contest with One Nation, advocating against condescension towards Hanson supporters, and defends the Aukus agreement despite US submarine production concerns.
Experts at a public inquiry warn Australia's proposed Aukus nuclear submarine fleet will generate tonnes of weapons-usable uranium-235, posing significant proliferation risks and long-term radioactive waste management challenges, potentially weakening global non-proliferation efforts.
Naval analysts have identified what appears to be a new class of Chinese submarine, first reported in early June. High-resolution images from May 29 show the boat, estimated at 120 meters long, on a floating dock, suggesting a new design with a reduced sail.
Australia is investing A$4.6 billion (US$3.2 billion) into a shipyard in Osborne, South Australia, to build sovereign capability for its future submarine fleet under the AUKUS deal, addressing concerns over slow production rates from the US and UK.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to accelerate discussions on security issues, including Seoul's nuclear-powered submarine development and uranium enrichment rights, during ASEAN-related meetings in Manila, amidst ongoing bilateral economic cooperation and regulatory tensions.
Australia has announced an additional $4.6 billion investment for the Submarine Construction Yard at Adelaide's Osborne shipyards, bringing total AUKUS funding there to $8.5 billion. This aims to develop sovereign capability for nuclear-powered submarines and create thousands of jobs, with the first delivery expected in the early 2040s.
An independent public inquiry into the Australia-UK-US Aukus pact highlights substantial concerns regarding its $368bn cost, the suitability of nuclear submarines, and the lack of parliamentary debate, urging greater transparency and scrutiny of the nation's largest defense expenditure.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong will warn China against provocative actions in the South China Sea and caution world leaders on weaponizing the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating Middle East conflict and rising fuel prices. The address will be delivered at the ASEAN meeting in the Philippines.
China's navy launched a strategic missile with a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean on July 6, stating it was routine training. Despite advance notification, the test raised concerns among Pacific governments and partners due to the short warning period and historical context of nuclear tests in the region.
The US conducted its first combat strike with unmanned surface vessels (USVs) on July 13, destroying an Iranian Ghadir-class midget submarine at a base. Chinese military analysts are now urging the PLA to bolster harbor defenses against similar threats.
Taiwan will temporarily suspend mobile internet in 14 regions next month for Urban Resilience Exercises, simulating network disruptions during nationwide air raid drills, Defense Minister Wellington Koo announced. Concurrently, Koo stated that the delivery timetable for Taiwan's first indigenous submarine, Hai Kun, remains unset as it undergoes sea trials.
Elon Musk criticized OpenAI for deviating from its mission and announced that his AI startup xAI will open source its Grok chatbot this week. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took a jab at Grok, prompting Musk to retort by calling GPT-4 unfunny.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon announced a $24 million initiative, including loans and grants, to bolster American shipbuilding. This investment, part of the bank's $1.5 trillion security project, aims to finance a new submarine facility at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and support maritime businesses amid rising geopolitical tensions.
China successfully tested an intercontinental-range submarine-launched ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine on July 6, joining an elite club of UN Security Council permanent members. While a defence win, it increases regional responsibilities and marks a step towards continuous SSBN patrols, potentially altering the nuclear deterrence landscape in the Asia-Pacific.
Chinese military expert Wang Yunfei stated that the joint participation of Chinese and Russian submarines in the Yellow Sea exercises signifies an exceptionally high level of mutual trust and confidence between the two nations' militaries.
Aldi's new Manhattan store, hidden in a luxury apartment complex basement, offers steep discounts on groceries, attracting bargain hunters like Mary Porter. This expansion targets dense urban areas, challenging traditional grocers with its efficient, private-label model, though analysts see Walmart as an insurmountable competitor.
Canada has chosen a German consortium led by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to build 12 new submarines, a contract potentially worth over $70 billion. This deal aims to replace aging vessels and enhance Canada's Arctic presence and NATO capabilities.
China's rare long-range ballistic missile launch from a submarine into the South Pacific is seen by experts as a strategic message to the US, highlighting Beijing's growing nuclear capabilities and demonstrating a key milestone in its military modernization.
