Marhalim Abas, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, covers Southeast Asian defense. He has worked as a journalist specializing in Southeast Asia defense and security since 1994, initially with the New Straits Times newspaper.
MD Helicopters will begin delivering six MD 530G light scout attack helicopters in March, filling a Malaysian army requirement of more than two decades.
The Philippines has reissued a request for tenders for six light attack aircraft to replace long-serving OV-10 Broncos, emphasizing economy and sustainability.
Indonesia has canceled a mysterious order for a Leonardo AW101 helicopter, with President Joko Widodo raising the possibility that the contract’s signing was improper.
