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123920
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2013.
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The article discusses various factors affecting defence procurement in Malaysia and provides tips for manufacturers to successfully sell MBTs to the nation. These tips include having a Malaysian partner, understanding the procurement culture, and knowing the defence procurement process that starts with parliamentary approval of the armed forces' budget. It notes that Malaysia has purchased a fleet of 48 PT-91M Pendekar main battle tanks (MBT) from Poland-based Bumar Labedy.
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123928
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2013.
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The article discusses the soldier modernisation efforts of Southeast Asian nations which pose several challenges for both designers and buyers. Indonesia's efforts are focused on the needs of the Minimum Essential Force (MEF) to improve its overall capabilities in conflict areas and border regions. Malaysia's Soldier Advanced Kombat Technology Integrated (SAKTI) programme is led by the Army. The Philippines has purchased military supplies including combat net radios.
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123931
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2013.
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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) of the Republic of Indonesia hosted the 5th Indo Defence 2012 expo and forum, which was held 7-10 November 2012 at JI Expo Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia.
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123927
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2013.
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Terrorism continues to be a major concern for most governments around the world. Global Security Asia-GSA (2013) is set to feature international counter terrorism and security exprets, who will share their experiences, knowledge and expertise toward combating asymmetric threats and challenges facing governments today. GSA 2013 will also discuss cutting edge solutions and technologies that are currently being deployed to counter an increasingly sophisticated array to threats.
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ID:
123926
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2013.
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The article offers information on gunshot location systems with acoustic sensors to detect gunshots in an urban environment. It discusses how the system works which usually consists of microphones or sensors, a processing unit, and a user-interface displaying gunfire alerts. It details how the system locates gunshots and detect snipers. It also provides information on several gunshot location solutions which includes the Soldier Worn Acoustic Targeting System from Cobham PLC.
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ID:
123915
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2013.
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Local and international defence industry players have been actively involeved in various projects in Malaysia with investments reaching RM5 billion. Defence minister DAto' Seri Dr. Ahmed Zahid Hamidi said the government was committed to seeing the defence industry expend in tendem with the increasing demand for such products in the Asian region.
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ID:
123917
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2013.
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The article focuses on Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) which is considered as a significant naval force in Southeast Asia. It states that the RMN operates in a complicated security environment and is modernising its old capital assets to adjust to new challenges. It explores RMS' responsibilities which has a maritime area that is twice bigger than its land area. It also tackles Malaysia's efforts to manage bilateral tensions and promote regional dialogue.
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ID:
123916
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2013.
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The article explores the trends in surveillance technology for land combat which are categorised as on-demand, enduring and persistent. These trends include small robots and throwbots that provide the ability to see a structure over a wall, old technologies in the form of high technological balloons, and wireless network of micro-mechanical systems. It notes that technological innovations including the proliferation of sensors may change nations' combat capabilities by 2020.
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ID:
123925
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2013.
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The article discusses training of military snipers and their job responsibilities. It states that snipers are elite soldiers who undergo rigorous training that are similar to those used to train U.S. Special Forces soldiers. It adds that they are trained to be able to operate undetected, either alone or in pairs in hostile territories. It provides information on several sniper products which include sniper rifles from Accuracy International Ltd. and virtual training systems from Saab.
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