Author Leilani Chavez

Leilani Chavez

Leilani Chavez is an Asia correspondent for Defense News. Her reporting expertise is in East Asian politics, development projects, environmental issues and security.

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Japanese destroyer can now fire Tomahawk missiles, extending nation’s combat punch

Japan’s Tomahawk orders are unlikely to be affected immediately, but longer military campaigns in the Middle East could cause setbacks, one analyst said.

9 days ago

Philippines rethinks military modernization plan after China clashes

Lawmakers have relayed support in passing supplemental budgets for intelligence and materiel acquisitions related to South China Sea operations.

2 years ago

Leilani Chavez

All Stories By Leilani

Japanese destroyer can now fire Tomahawk missiles, extending nation’s combat punch

Japan’s Tomahawk orders are unlikely to be affected immediately, but longer military campaigns in the Middle East could cause setbacks, one analyst said.

Philippines rethinks military modernization plan after China clashes

Lawmakers have relayed support in passing supplemental budgets for intelligence and materiel acquisitions related to South China Sea operations.

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