Marhalim Abas

Southeast Asia Correspondent

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Summary

Marhalim Abas, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, covers Southeast Asian defense. He has worked as a journalist specializing in Southeast Asia defense and security since 1994, initially with the New Straits Times newspaper.

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Articles

By Marhalim Abas
The Philippines is sticking by an order for two Indonesian Aerospace C212 light transport aircraft, despite a three-year delay.
Defense

By Marhalim Abas
The Philippines has taken delivery of Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAVs, boosting its intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
Defense

By Marhalim Abas
Drones, unmanned vessels and watch towers have been added or are under consideration for the Singapore military as it battles a manpower crunch.
Defense