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Gordon Arthur is the Asia Pacific editor for Shephard Media. Born in Scotland and educated in New Zealand, Gordon had a stint of nearly 20 years in the territory of Hong Kong before returning to NZ.

His work has appeared in nearly 40 international defence journals and magazines to date. His focus is primarily on Asia-Pacific countries, and he travels extensively in the region to attend defence shows and observe military exercises.

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Naval Warfare

Thailand belays submarine deal with China, and eyes a frigate instead

Thailand has virtually given up on its S26T submarine, but will maintain close relations with China through buying a frigate instead.

Air Warfare

South Korean manufacturers invest heavily in new UAV designs

South Korean companies displayed a multitude of developmental and conceptual UAVs at Seoul ADEX 2023.

Air Warfare

Two ready to tango in South Korean helicopter competition

Two US-based OEMs will be vying for supremacy in a forthcoming competition for special forces heavy helicopters for the South Korean military.

Land Warfare

New Zealand issues RfP to integrate C4I systems into Bushmaster vehicles

New Zealand has invited tenders for C4I and communications equipment for its Defence Force's new fleet of Bushmaster protected vehicles.