DefenseTech Weekly Brief
By Tamir Eshel -Jun 10, 20251093
This week in the defense technology sector is marked by significant international partnerships, advancements in unmanned systems, and substantial investments in next-generation capabilities. From major naval contracts in the Middle East to the expansion of fifth-generation fighter jet fleets in Asia, these developments underscore key trends for industry stakeholders, highlighting the growing importance of interoperability and strategic industrial partnerships.
Revamping UAS & eVTOL Market Dominance?
On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order that marks a decisive shift in the United States’ approach to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)—commonly known as drones—and the emerging field of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The order, titled “Unleashing American Drone Dominance,” is designed to accelerate the safe commercialization and integration of these technologies into the national airspace while strengthening the domestic industrial base and expanding the export of trusted, American-made drone technologies. In our coverage, we discuss the goals, timeline, and implications of this action. (Read our analysis)
Aerospace & Counter-UAS
In the air domain, several procurements and upgrades reflect the growing emphasis on fifth-generation platforms, tanker capacity, and counter-UAS munitions.
China offers Pakistan the Shenyang FC-31 (J-35A) 5Gen fighters.
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