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A 10 year forecast for the defense and security industry in China from 2017-2026 is presented from publisher BMI Research, on topics including industry risk, Defense expenditure, and market segmentation.

An industry report of the defence and security industries in Republic of Yemen is presented from publisher BMI Research, with topics including dependence on foreign countries for military equipments, expenditure in defence equipments, and trade forecasts for the industries.

A report on the five-year forecasts from 2012 to 2018 for the defense and security industry in Yemen is presented. A market overview for the Yemen defence budget market, security market and North East Asia security market is noted. An industry forecast on the availability of manpower, defense sector equipment production and defense industries export and import performances is also explored. Also included is information on the South African global political outlook.

The article offers information on the fourth quarter (Q4) business report of the defence and security in Syria and provides forecasts until 2018. Among the key indicators that were included in the forecast are economic analysis, risk analysis and defence expenditure. Also provided is information regarding on the defence industries, Syrian civil war, and equipment of Syrian army.

The article reports on the status of Indonesian defense and security as of the third quarter of 2013. The country is said to be emerging as a significant player in the Asia-Pacific region, with Jakarta's stature as a driving force of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) also growing. The nation's international reputation has reportedly improved, while its defense budget continues to increase. The Indonesian armed forces has revealed procurement plans for advanced equipment.

The article offers an overview of the defence industry in Malaysia. It says that the decision of the government to establish a local industry that can fulfil the needs of Malaysian Armed Forces in strategic equipment paved way in the development of the defence industy in the country in early 1970s. It states that the country has traditionally relied on the imports of arms to sustain the capability of its military.

The article discusses the armed forces and government spending of Iran. It describes the military as comprising of around 438,000 personnel of which 18,000 serve the navy, 30,000 are with the air force and 40,000 as border and security troops. It mentions that armed forces need modernized equipment but with the U.S. imposition of the 1996 Iran-Libya Sanctions Act, Iran had to resort to importing from Russia and other Soviet Union states. It also provides information on the nuclear program.

The article presents an overview of the weapons market in Venezuela against a backdrop of steady overall growth in defence spending in Latin America since 2003. It notes that the country imports almost all its weapons mainly from Europe, Middle East, and some South American countries, with the latest acquisition of tanks, jets, and helicopters coming from Russia, to be followed by missiles and submarines. The article discusses the latest defence industry developments and procurement trends.

The article offers information on Pakistan's Armed Forces and government spending on the military. The country's armed forces are designated the eighth largest in the world, but that budget constraints will affect operational readiness because of the aging fleet of overseas naval equipment. Government policy is said to focus on the objectives of improving readiness, selective force modernization and the upgrading of strategic forces. The deployment of Pakistani troops to the United Nations' (UN) peacekeeping operations in various countries is discussed.

The article focuses on the armed forces of France as of 2010. It notes the strength of France's armed forces and military equipment, and the international deployment of the French troops. It also highlights the restructuring of the French armed forces, the improvement of intelligence of counter-terrorist threats, and the military reform and modernisation. The strategic areas comprising the contemporary defense strategy of France are also discussed.

The article provides an overview of the defense industries of France. It notes the new boom being experienced by the sector in 2009 to 2010. France's capability to design the most advanced platforms available and the significant role of the defence industry in the French economy is also highlighted. The latest trends and developments in the sector, the involvement of French companies in certain defense deals, and the different categories of equipment identified by the Ministry of Defense.

The article discusses forecasts for the defense industries in Central Asian states. The government of Kazakhstan is expected to procure military equipment as it needs to form a credible naval presence in the Caspian Sea. Uzbekistan is also focused on modernizing its armed forces, focusing on making a lighter and more mobile military force. Charts are also presented that show forecast values of defense spending by Central Asian states.

The article presents the forecast of Business Monitor International Ltd. for the economy and defence and security of Kuwait. It mentions that high-technology advanced equipment will be supplied continuously in the armed forces of Kuwait. It says that the presence of insurgents and al-Qaeda-linked terrorists can affect the security and defence industry of the country. Moreover, the economy of Kuwait is expected to expand by 2.0% in 2010 and 2.3% in 2011 resulting in a recovery in oil prices.

The article offers information on Yemen's armed forces and government spending. Compared with the neighbouring Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the country's military is considered to have limited strength and capability but tensions prior to unification prompted the government to increase its equipment expenditure for both the northern and southern parts. The Yemeni armed forces is comprised of 60,000 army personnel, 5,000 in the air force and 1,700 in the navy.

The article discusses a forecast for the defense industry in China until 2014. It is predicted that the armed forces will grow to 3.755 million in 2014. Reform of the sector is expected to continue with the plan of the government to have an effective armed force using modern military equipment. Defense expenditure is seen to increase four times by 2025.

he article presents forecasts for Egypt's defense industry. The country does not plan to change the size of its armed forces in the near future since it has maintained military dominance via the forces' size rather than advanced technology but the ongoing modernization program may eventually prompt a size reduction. U.S. assistance, conflict in the middle east and international non-state armed groups were among the factors that may dramatically impact the industry.

The article profiles several defense companies in Egypt. General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) is considered the most successful department of General Dynamics in Egypt, producing land and amphibious combat systems. General Electric supplies the country's air force with separate engines for various aircraft. Raytheon and Ashmand International were also featured.

The article presents an overview of the defense market in Egypt. Currently, the state-owned Arab Organisation for Industrialization (AOI) produce military hardware and dominate the country's military industrial base, owning seven factories and partially owning another two. Several defense companies were mentioned, including General Dynamics, United Defence and Patria Vammas.

The article offers information on armed forces and government spending in Egypt. As of 2008, the country's armed forces totaled 468,500, comprised of approximately 340,000 ground troops, 18,500 navy troops and 30,000 air force troops. A prolonged modernization program has been undertaken, with U.S. equipment replacing Soviet union supplies, including the purchase of 24 F-16C fighter ground attack aircraft.

The article presents forecasts for China's defense industry. The number of personnel within the sector is expected to decline as reforms in the industry and the military result in efficiency in the armed forces and modernization of equipment. Economic forecasts are also included, such as higher inflation and a trade account surplus.

The article offers information about the armed forces and government spending in Libya. The armed forces has members totaling to 76,000. Membership in the army has been fluctuating, unlike stable numbers in the navy and air force. The country has many stocks of military equipment as Qadhafi wanted Libya to be prepared for possible conflicts with Israel.

The article assesses the defence industry and military markets of North Korea. It describes the self-sufficiency and self-reliance of North Korea's defence industry. Information is presented on the military weapons, equipment and supplies of North Korea. It relates the decline in the country's arms sales due to the sanctions imposed by the United Nations (UN). It discusses the arms trade of North Korea with other countries.

The article analyzes the status of the defense industry in Japan. Although Japanese defense companies are banned from exporting arms, the defense industry continues to develop sophisticated, innovative and advanced products including military equipment, aircraft, artillery and naval combat vessels. The industry is dominated by few major companies including Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries and Mitsui Engineering and Shipbuilding.

The article presents forecast on the defense expenditure of Yemen for its armed forces. It expects Yemen to continue focusing on the procurement of equipment for the modernisation of its navy and for the creation of a strong coast guard. It offers an outlook on Yemen's importation of arms from Russia in line with the insurgency crisis. It anticipates an increase in demand for small weapons systems, light vehicles and attack helicopters as Yemen respond to more insurgencies.

The article focuses on the structure of the arms market of Yemen. It relates the lack of funding for the acquisition of weapons and military equipment for the Yemeni armed forces. All of the military equipment in the republic was procured from abroad since there is no domestic production of weapons and equipment in the country. The civil war in 1994 has prompted new procurements for the Yemeni armed forces in order to address the threat of insurgency and international terrorism.

The article presents a forecast for the defence industry in Iraq for 2006-2014. It expects the country not to be in a political or structural position to start investing or developing such industry. The new armed forces has needed substantial amounts of equipment, while the security forces are incapable of maintaining security since they lack trained personnel. Low inflation rates are projected to help economic growth prospects. Key risks to outlook include the deterioration in the security situation.

The article presents information on the defense and security situation in Syria in 2008. It mentions that Syria has strained relations with Israel and the U.S. even though it has been maintaining strong relations with Tehran. It states that the Syrian government has been forced to reduce its military spending because of U.S. sanctions and subsequent cash shortfalls, and this has resulted in the decline of the capabilities and equipment of the Syrian armed forces.

The article reports on the defense industry in the Philippines. Republic Act Number 1884 gave birth to the first state-run arms company which aimed to raise interests in the defense industry. Investments in military-industrial complexes were hindered by the economic crisis of 1997 in Asia. The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has long been buying military equipment from international suppliers.

The article discusses a forecast for the defense industry in the Philippines. It is expected that the Philippine Defence Reform (PDR) will increase the size of the army and overhaul the entire defense force of the country by 2010. The armed forces is likely to be affected by budgetary constraints. Foreign investment is unlikely to increase because the country has no robust military-industrial base.