New Zealand

New Zealand Military Seeks to Buy ‘One-Way Strike Drones’

New Zealand is looking to buy "one-way strike drones" as it seeks to modernize its military, Defense Minister Chris Penk said on Wednesday.

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New Zealand, India Strike ‘Milestone’ Strategic Partnership

New Zealand and India announced a "strategic partnership" encompassing defense and security, during a landmark visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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New Zealand Joins US-Led Push for Shared AI Battlefield Command

New Zealand has become the latest member of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance to join Project Arcadia, a US-led initiative to build a shared battlefield command network for AI-enabled military operations.

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US Approves $1.5B Sale of Helicopters to New Zealand

The United States on Friday announced the approval of a $1.5-billion sale of MH-60R helicopters and related equipment to New Zealand.

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New Zealand Boosts Defense Spending in Face of ‘Adverse’ Security Environment

New Zealand's government will boost defense spending by nine percent, according to its 2026 budget unveiled Thursday.

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Japan Eyes New Zealand Warship Deal With Mogami Frigate Offer

Japan is preparing formal talks to sell the upgraded configuration of its homegrown Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate to New Zealand, with defense leaders from both countries expected to plan the proposal later this month.

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SYOS Unveils SU10 Underwater Drone for Mine Warfare, Maritime Security

New Zealand-based company SYOS has introduced the SU10 unmanned underwater vehicle, expanding its autonomous systems portfolio into subsea operations.

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Ukraine Courts New Zealand for Joint Military Drone Effort

Ukraine has asked New Zealand to join a military drone production partnership as Kyiv expands efforts to export battlefield-tested technology developed during its war with Russia.

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New Zealand Rolls Out Jet-Powered USV With All-Electric Powertrain

New Zealand is expanding its naval capabilities with WHAI, an all-electric, jet-powered unmanned surface vessel designed for near-silent operation and a reduced thermal signature.

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From Air to Sea: New Zealand Gears Up for New Multi-Domain Uncrewed Systems

The New Zealand Defence Force is exploring a new kind of squadron: a lineup of drones that operate across air, land, and sea.

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