Matt Dudley
@mattdudley55.bsky.social
Former Defence Attaché in North and SE Asia. Imagery, targeting and strat mil policy experience.
A comprehensive tally of Ukrainian equiment losses. For Australian contributions 51 Bushmasters and 15 M113AS4 are recorded, each loss is linked to a picture. www.oryxspioenkop.com/2022/02/atta...
Attack On Europe: Documenting Ukrainian Equipment Losses During The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
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October 25, 2025 at 9:54 AM
A comprehensive tally of Ukrainian equiment losses. For Australian contributions 51 Bushmasters and 15 M113AS4 are recorded, each loss is linked to a picture. www.oryxspioenkop.com/2022/02/atta...
They might form a battalion or two and perhaps supply a few hundred sailors but 10,000? www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
PNG to provide 10,000 troops to Australia under new treaty plan
A landmark defence treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea has been approved by PNG's cabinet, marking Australia first new alliance in more than 70 years.
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October 2, 2025 at 10:48 AM
They might form a battalion or two and perhaps supply a few hundred sailors but 10,000? www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
A Japanese perspective on how RAN Mogami Class might support a Taiwan contingency. www.hudson.org/defense-stra...
Japan and Australia’s Mogami Gamble: A New Role in a Taiwan Strait Contingency
On August 5, 2025, the Australian government announced its decision to procure Mogami-class frigates from Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), with the first three costing roughly A$10 billion e...
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September 24, 2025 at 7:07 AM
A Japanese perspective on how RAN Mogami Class might support a Taiwan contingency. www.hudson.org/defense-stra...
Study underway to examine alternate forms of propulsion including nuclear to enhance JMSDF submarine capabilities www.sankei.com/article/2025...
原潜は「圧倒的アドバンテージ」 太平洋進出の中国に対抗 コストや「法制面の壁」が課題
防衛省の有識者会議が19日の提言で示唆した原子力潜水艦の保有検討は省内では積年の課題だった。潜航時間が長い原潜は、通常動力艦と比べて圧倒的なアドバンテージがあ…
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September 22, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Study underway to examine alternate forms of propulsion including nuclear to enhance JMSDF submarine capabilities www.sankei.com/article/2025...
An update on DPRK drone programs. www.nknews.org/2025/09/kim-...
Kim Jong Un oversees drone tests, calls UAV development ‘top priority’ for DPRK | NK News
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected combat and reconnaissance drones and called their development a “top priority” to prepare for modern warfare on Thursday, reiterating the need to rapidly inte...
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September 20, 2025 at 10:02 PM
An update on DPRK drone programs. www.nknews.org/2025/09/kim-...
JASDF U-125A has runway excursion at Niigata airport. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/gene...
Niigata Airport Runways Close as ASDF Aircraft Deviates While Landing
<p>NIIGATA — Runways were closed at Niigata Airport after an Air Self-Defense Force plane deviated from the runway when landing on Friday morning, according to the airport office.</p>
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
September 20, 2025 at 1:27 AM
JASDF U-125A has runway excursion at Niigata airport. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/gene...
Japan eyes drones to react to Chinese drone flights to reduce JASDF fighter scramble costs. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
Defense Ministry Eyes Using Uavs Instead of Jet Scrambles, Seeks to Reduce Costs of Responding to Chinese Drones
<p>The Defense Ministry is considering the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) instead of scrambling Self-Defense Forces aircraft in response to Chinese drones, according to sources.</p>
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
September 15, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Japan eyes drones to react to Chinese drone flights to reduce JASDF fighter scramble costs. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
RN AW-101 loses canopy window over Kagoshima Bay on 10 Sep.
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あわや大惨事 英軍ヘリの窓が鹿児島湾内に落下 鹿児島空港を飛び立った数分後に…落下した窓は長さ1.5メートル、幅2.5メートル （鹿児島ニュースＫＴＳ） - Yahoo!ニュース
１０日、鹿児島湾上空を飛行していたイギリス軍のヘリコプターの窓が落下する事故がありました。
幅は２．５ｍあり、事故によるけが人の報告はないということですが、県はイギリス軍に再発防止の徹底を求めるよ
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September 13, 2025 at 6:55 PM
RN AW-101 loses canopy window over Kagoshima Bay on 10 Sep.
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There will be some mixed feelings about this, 120 PLA troops in Hanoi for the 80th Vietnam National Day parade, along with delegations from Russia, Laos and Cambodia . en.qdnd.vn/military/int...
Chinese servicemen to take part in grand parade arrive in Hanoi
PANO - A ceremony was held at noon on August 29 at Hanoi-based Noi Bai International Airport for 120 servicemen from the People’s Liberation Army of China.
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August 29, 2025 at 6:57 PM
There will be some mixed feelings about this, 120 PLA troops in Hanoi for the 80th Vietnam National Day parade, along with delegations from Russia, Laos and Cambodia . en.qdnd.vn/military/int...
Japan to increase its Sea Guardian fleet to 9, will help relieve the stress on its ageing P-3 fleet as the the introduction of the P-1 continues to be problematic. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
Japan to Buy 4 SeaGuardians to Boost Maritime Surveillance
<p>Tokyo, Aug. 26 (Jiji Press)—The Japan Coast Guard’s budget request for fiscal 2026 includes a plan to buy four more SeaGuardian unmanned aircraft to boost maritime surveillance, officials said Tues...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
August 26, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Japan to increase its Sea Guardian fleet to 9, will help relieve the stress on its ageing P-3 fleet as the the introduction of the P-1 continues to be problematic. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
The yearly Self Defence Force troop review and Fleet review to be cancelled citing their cost, burden on personnel, aging equipment, and the need to focus on operational priorities. www.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/202...
自衛隊の観閲式や観艦式など「今後は実施せず」…１９５１年に開始、厳しい安全保障環境下で負担大
【読売新聞】 防衛省は３０日、例年行っている自衛隊の観閲式・観艦式を今後は実施しないと発表した。安全保障環境が厳しさを増す中、日常の訓練時間を確保しつつ、全国から多数の部隊や装備を集結させて式を行うことは負担が大きいと判断した。 観
www.yomiuri.co.jp
July 31, 2025 at 11:11 PM
The yearly Self Defence Force troop review and Fleet review to be cancelled citing their cost, burden on personnel, aging equipment, and the need to focus on operational priorities. www.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/202...
A bit of a grab bag of old and new footage but more Ukrainian praise for the Bushmaster. youtube.com/watch?v=EVED...
BUSHMASTER: Ukrainian Soldiers Spill Hard Truth About Australian MRAP
YouTube video by Weapons of Victory
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July 2, 2025 at 12:38 PM
A bit of a grab bag of old and new footage but more Ukrainian praise for the Bushmaster. youtube.com/watch?v=EVED...
The 60+ aging P-3Cs will have to soldier on and this reporting will likely hinder efforts to find foreign buyers for the P-1. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
Board of Audit of Japan Warns Many MSDF P-1 Patrol Planes Inoperable; Parts Shortages, Device Defects Among Causes
<p>Some Maritime Self-Defense Force P-1 patrol planes are not operational, according to a Board of Audit of Japan report released Friday.</p>
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
June 28, 2025 at 10:11 PM
The 60+ aging P-3Cs will have to soldier on and this reporting will likely hinder efforts to find foreign buyers for the P-1. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/def...
A lovely lady, always a pleasure to hear her voice on the Shinkansen.
If you’ve been to Japan, chances are you know Donna Burke — or more specifically, her voice. The Australian voice actress and singer announces stops on the shinkansen and has done voice work for Metal Gear Solid, Final Fantasy and Silent Hill.
A trained star: The Australian singer who became the voice of the shinkansen
The “JR voice” has built a career that encompasses voice work for prominent game franchises including Metal Gear Solid and Final Fantasy.
www.japantimes.co.jp
June 28, 2025 at 1:19 AM
A lovely lady, always a pleasure to hear her voice on the Shinkansen.
JMSDF P-1 program beset by design faults, spare parts shortages and corrosion issues. www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20...
海自のP1哨戒機 多くが任務に使えない状態 会計検査院 | NHK
【NHK】日本の周辺海域の警戒・監視などのため開発され防衛省が巨費を投じて配備してきた海上自衛隊の「P1哨戒機」がどの程度使われて…
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June 28, 2025 at 1:14 AM
JMSDF P-1 program beset by design faults, spare parts shortages and corrosion issues. www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20...
06/25 Google Earth imagery of Jiangnan shows the covers removed from the sail less submarine, a possible indicator of recent or pending activity.
June 20, 2025 at 9:41 AM
06/25 Google Earth imagery of Jiangnan shows the covers removed from the sail less submarine, a possible indicator of recent or pending activity.
As an ex Air Force member I feel woefully unqualified to comment on the quality of the marching- but surely a calculated slap in the face for Trump and Hegseth
June 15, 2025 at 8:51 AM
As an ex Air Force member I feel woefully unqualified to comment on the quality of the marching- but surely a calculated slap in the face for Trump and Hegseth
JMSDF minesweeper Ukushima which sank in November after a fire has been raised. www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20...
福岡県沖 火災で沈没の海自掃海艇「うくしま」 引き揚げられる | NHK
【NHK】去年、福岡県沖を航行中に火災が起きて沈没した海上自衛隊の掃海艇が、7日、現場の海域で引き揚げられました。
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June 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
JMSDF minesweeper Ukushima which sank in November after a fire has been raised. www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20...
From punishment to rehabilitation- what a change. The prison guards will likely continue to behave like those in ‘Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence’
For the first time in more than a century, Japan has overhauled its prison system with new rules that place greater emphasis on rehabilitation over punishment to combat the country’s high recidivism rates.
Japan’s prison reform focuses on rehabilitation
Prison labor is no longer mandatory, which allows more time for educational and rehabilitative programs aimed at reducing recidivism.
www.japantimes.co.jp
June 5, 2025 at 9:53 PM
From punishment to rehabilitation- what a change. The prison guards will likely continue to behave like those in ‘Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence’
The SAR now shows two probable large floating cranes in support
Umbra's SAR from today shows that the DPRK's Choi Hyon-class destroyer has remained upright but has not relocated for repairs from the side-launch slideway since workers raised the vessel on 02JUN2025.
June 5, 2025 at 3:16 AM
The SAR now shows two probable large floating cranes in support
Well I’ll be damned…
This is quite incredible speed. The image is partially obscured by cloud, but the capsized North Korean warship is now upright again. What makes it even more impressive is they apparently did it all manually.
📷: Airbus Space and Defence/38 North, June 2
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📷: Airbus Space and Defence/38 North, June 2
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Quick Take: Chongjin Destroyer Returned Upright - 38 North: Informed Analysis of North Korea
Kim Jong Un’s instructions to restore its capsized Choe Hyun Class destroyer before the end of ...
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June 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Well I’ll be damned…
If they want to get serious they could spend some of their illicitly gained foreign currency and rent one of these - with an appropriately skilled crew.
June 3, 2025 at 4:49 AM
If they want to get serious they could spend some of their illicitly gained foreign currency and rent one of these - with an appropriately skilled crew.
A sobering assessment of the trajectory of ROK politics from Grant Newsham asiatimes.com/2025/06/lett...
Letter from Seoul: This isn't just another election - Asia Times
Sometimes when momentous things happen in a country, most people don’t notice. That’s normal. People focus on their lives – jobs, family,
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June 2, 2025 at 2:20 AM
A sobering assessment of the trajectory of ROK politics from Grant Newsham asiatimes.com/2025/06/lett...
This could kill the GCAP, is likely causing conniptions within the USAF at the potential release of their top shelf technology - albeit in dumbed down form, and will likely have other nations demanding similar access. As for the F-55 this still appears to be a febrile Trump concoction.
Trump Offers F-47 Sixth-Gen Fighter To Japan: Reports
Fears about delays to the Global Combat Air Program appear to be pushing Japan toward considering alternatives, including more F-35s.
Story: www.twz.com/air/trump-of...
Fears about delays to the Global Combat Air Program appear to be pushing Japan toward considering alternatives, including more F-35s.
Story: www.twz.com/air/trump-of...
Trump Offers F-47 Sixth-Gen Fighter To Japan: Reports
Fears about delays to the Global Combat Air Program appear to be pushing Japan toward considering alternatives, including more F-35s. Fears about delays to the Global Combat Air Program appear to be p...
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May 30, 2025 at 6:10 PM
This could kill the GCAP, is likely causing conniptions within the USAF at the potential release of their top shelf technology - albeit in dumbed down form, and will likely have other nations demanding similar access. As for the F-55 this still appears to be a febrile Trump concoction.