A Forecast International blog about the arms trade, geopolitics, defense and security, and military spending.
On August 31st, the Japanese government submitted its FY2027 defense budget request. Formulated amidst both mounting global security challenges and uncertainty surrounding the resilience of the alliance structures that …
Japan Confronts the “New Ways of War” in FY2027 Budget Read More
Image—Anduril Anduril has unveiled “Thunder”, a Group 5 autonomous tiltrotor, at the outset of the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. With a recent production contract in hand to build its Fury …
Anduril and Archer Bring Loyal Wingman to Vertical Lift Read More
On July 9, 2026, the Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) 401 released a new handbook designed to help government, industry, and academic audiences develop a common understanding around the basic …
The Pentagon’s New C-UAS Handbook: What’s Inside and Why it Matters Read More
The Tournament & The Task Beginning June 11, 2026, millions of fans from around the world will travel to 16 North American cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada …
Safeguarding the World Cup: The Critical Role of Counter-Drone Systems Read More
On March 3rd, the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced the participation of U.S military assets and personnel in a joint operation launched against organized criminal entities in Ecuador alongside …
SOUTHCOM Supports Operations in Ecuador Read More
Almost as soon as news of the emergency shutdown this morning of El Paso International Airport started spreading like wildfire came word that the measure had been lifted. Conflicting statements …
El Paso Airport Shutdown Draws Spotlight on Counter-Drone Technology Read More
The month of June kicked off in a very big way with a massed drone attack launched by Ukraine against targets deep within Russia. The success and nature of the …
June’s Counter-Drone News: Executive Orders, Contracts and Tech Developments Read More
The integration of autonomous military systems across air, land, and sea is revolutionizing modern warfare, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and firepower. In the skies, Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) provide superior …
Autonomous Systems of Impact In Modern Warfare Read More
In the rapidly changing landscape of modern conflict, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are taking center stage. From the battlefields of Ukraine to the Middle East, drones are reshaping military …
Countering Unmanned Aerial Systems – 10 Programs To Watch Read More
Indra is part of a European team developing the next generation of counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS). This collaborative effort, funded by the European Union (EU) through the European Defence Industrial …
Indra Assisting Development of Next-Generation Anti-Drone Systems for Europe Read More