Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 29, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Peters & Slotkin to President Trump: “Selfridge is the Ideal Location” for Future Fighter Mission
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Gary Peters (MI) and Elissa Slotkin (MI) underscored their willingness to work with President Trump and his Administration to secure a new fighter mission at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Macomb County. In a letter to President Trump, Peters […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Marshall Visits VBA in Wichita as City is Recognized as the Best Place in America for Veterans’ Health Care
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall Wichita, KS – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) met with leadership at the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) in Wichita last week. “It was great to meet with the Veterans Benefits Administration leadership team in Wichita,” said Senator Marshall. “My visit reaffirmed why Wichita has been recognized as the top […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Strengthening and Unleashing America’s Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens
Source: The White House class=”has-text-align-left”>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and Policy. Safe communities rely on the backbone and heroism of a tough and well-equipped police force. My Administration is steadfastly committed to empowering State and […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Budget 2025: The Growth Budget
Source: New Zealand Government Tēna koutou kātoa. Greetings everyone. Can I thank you Malcolm for that kind introduction and thank everyone who has taken the time to be here today. My special thanks go to our hosts Metco Engineering and the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce.Let me also acknowledge my colleagues who join us today […]
MIL-OSI Security: President Trump Appoints New Members to Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council
Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON—Today, President Donald J. Trump appointed several new members to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council, a bipartisan group tasked with reforming and streamlining the nation’s emergency management and disaster response system. Secretary Kristi Noem and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will co-chair the council. The FEMA […]
MIL-OSI Video: Service Members Help the NFL Draft Mark 90yrs
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) #ICYMI The #NFLDraft marked its 90th year in Green Bay, Wis. and our #military service members made their presence known during the three-day event. Congrats to the new @NFL players and thanks to our service members for proudly representing our nation. For more on the Department of […]
MIL-OSI Security: President Trump Appoints 20 New Members to Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council
Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON—Today, President Donald J. Trump appointed 20 members to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council, a bipartisan group tasked with reforming and streamlining the nation’s emergency management and disaster response system. Secretary Kristi Noem and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will co-chair the council. The FEMA Review […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congressional Delegation Presses for Urgent Risk Assessment of Portsmouth Memorial Bridge
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Hampshire Maggie Hassan WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, led Senator Jeanne Shaheen (NH), Senator Maggie Hassan (NH), and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) in urging the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to work expeditiously with the […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group F/A-18 Super Hornet Lost at Sea
Source: United States Navy MANAMA, Bahrain – USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) lost an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 and a tow tractor as the aircraft carrier operated in the Red Sea, April 28. All personnel are accounted for, with one Sailor sustaining a minor injury. MIL Security OSI […]
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Navy Reserve Force Officially 100% Manned, Advancing Warfighting Readiness and Strategic Depth
Source: United States Navy WASHINGTON — The Navy Reserve Force is officially 100% manned. This week, the Reserve reached its authorized strength of 57,700 Sailors for Fiscal Year 2025, the first time since 2020, reinforcing the Navy’s ability to project power, respond to global contingencies, and deliver warfighting capabilities across all domains. MIL Security OSI […]
MIL-OSI USA: Gillibrand, Murkowski Press Hegseth On Potential Undermining Of DoD Sexual Assault Prevention And Response
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New York Kirsten Gillibrand Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) sent a bipartisan letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth expressing serious concern about possible Department of Defense guidance that would significantly alter, or […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Inter-Governmental Agreement inked with France for 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft for Indian Navy
Source: Government of India Posted On: 28 APR 2025 3:53PM by PIB Delhi The Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy. It includes Training, Simulator, Associated Equipment, Weapons and Performance-Based Logistics. It also includes additional […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Union Public Service Commission announced the result of the written part of the National Defence Academy And Naval Academy Examination (I), 2025
Source: Government of India Posted On: 28 APR 2025 8:15PM by PIB Delhi On the basis of the result of the written part of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination, (I) 2025 held by the Union Public Service Commission on 13th April, 2025, candidates with the under mentioned Roll Nos. have qualified for […]
MIL-OSI China: Regular Press Conference of the Ministry of National Defense on April 24, 2025
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Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense (MND) of the People’s Republic of China, answers questions at a regular press conference on the afternoon of April 24, 2025.
Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense 2 By Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, Spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense (MND) Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense (MND) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), answers questions at a regular press conference on the afternoon of April […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: New King’s Gurkha Artillery Unit to boost Armed Forces Capabilities
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release New King’s Gurkha Artillery Unit to boost Armed Forces Capabilities Gurkhas are to take on artillery roles for the first time with the creation of a new regiment. Over the next four years, 400 Gurkha personnel will join the unit known as The King’s Gurkha […]
MIL-OSI Security: Bethlehem Man Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison for Drug Distribution, Firearms Offenses
Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Search of Residence Located Cocaine, Submachine Gun With Obliterated Serial Number, Extended Magazine, and Suppressor PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Matthew Romig, 38, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Joseph F. Leeson Jr. last week […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Investing in American leadership in quantum technology: the next frontier in innovation
Source: Microsoft Headline: Investing in American leadership in quantum technology: the next frontier in innovation Artificial intelligence has captured the public imagination—and with good reason. It’s transforming how we work, create, learn, and navigate the world. But as AI carries the headlines, we also are on the cusp of another technological frontier: quantum computing. Long […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Resilience Academy to help secure Britain’s future with “generational upgrade” in emergency training
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Resilience Academy to help secure Britain’s future with “generational upgrade” in emergency training Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden has launched the UK Resilience Academy Academy to train more than 4,000 public and private sector workers in crisis skills and expertise every year, strengthening […]
MIL-OSI USA: Reps. Huffman, Pallone, and Castor Introduce Bills to Permanently Protect the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans from Offshore Drilling
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jared Huffman Representing the 2nd District of California April 22, 2025 Washington, D.C. – On Earth Day, Representatives Jared Huffman (D-Calif.), Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), and Kathy Castor (D-Fla.), along with Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Jack Reed (D-R.I.), announced a package of legislation to permanently […]
MIL-OSI USA: Huffman, Merkley Lead Bill to End Drilling in the Arctic Ocean
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jared Huffman Representing the 2nd District of California April 22, 2025 Washington, D.C. – On Earth Day, U.S. House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) introduced the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act, which would permanently ban new or renewed leases for […]