China's president has signed orders to implement military reforms aimed at building a "world-class" armed force.

That was the main lesson the Navy learned in launching the Constellation-class frigate program at Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin, Nickolas Guertin told a Hudson Institute audience.

BAE Systems has highlighted strong operational progress in its 2024 full-year update, with significant milestones achieved in its frigate programmes. The company continues to deliver on major naval ...