General Goro Yuasa, Chief of Staff, JGSDF
The Japan Ground Self Defence Force (JGSDF), is the land component of the Japan Self Defence Forces which was established on July 1, 1954. With the largest number of personnel … Read More
Category: INTERVIEWS
Top brass interviews
Major General John P Johnson Deputy Commanding General, United States Army, Pacific
The US Army Pacific Command (USARPAC) is one of the major arms of the US Indo-Pacific Command, operating from Hawaii right up to Japan. The Command has been enhancing ties … Read More
Major General Kelvin Khong Boon Leong, Chief of RSAF
Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) is one of the world’s most modern air forces. Among the credible assets in its fleet are the F-15 and F-16C/D+ multi-role fighter aircraft, … Read More
General Tan Sri Ahmad Hasbullah Mohd Nawawi, Chief of Malaysian Army
In conjunction with the Malaysian Army’s 87th anniversary, Gen Ahmad Hasbullah speaks to ADJ on the ongoing effort of the army modernisation programme, latest equipment in the inventory and those … Read More
General Tan Sri Affendi Buang (RMAF), Chief of Defence Forces, Malaysia
Chief of Defence Forces Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang officially began his duty at the Ministry of Defence at Jalan Padang Tembak on Jan 7. He took over the helm … Read More
Admiral (Maritime) Datuk Mohd Zubil Mat Som, Director General, MMEA
As the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agancy (MMEA) turns fifteen on Feb 13, its Director General, Admiral (Maritime) Datuk Mohd Zubil Mat Som talks to ADJ where he gave some insights … Read More
Minister of Defence New Zealand, Ron Mark
As a maritime nation, New Zealand plays an important role in maintaining the security in the Pacific region. The nation has been proactive in extending its helping hand in humanitarian … Read More
Admiral M Amjad Khan Niazi, Chief of Naval Staff, Pakistan
Pakistan Navy (PN) is a multi-dimensional and balanced force, well-configured to defend Pakistan’s sea frontiers, safeguard maritime interests and contribute towards regional maritime security. Pakistan is geo-strategically located on the … Read More
Malaysia Coast Guard Director General, Admiral (Maritime) Zulkifili Abu Bakar
January-February 2018 Since its establishment 13 years ago, the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has experienced phenomenal growth. From fleet modernisation to manpower capacity, the agency is transforming itself to … Read More
JASDF Chief-of-Staff General Yoshinari Marumo
December 2019 The Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) is one of the pillars of the country’s defence capability. With the advent of new technologies, the Koku-Jieitai is moving forward with … Read More