28-01-2026, 05:08 PM
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Baatrynsentii - The Absolute Support Mission has proven to be a Absolute success. While facing dificulties in its first years, the ASM has developed into a vital mission for the security of the new Republic. Not only is the ASM proving vital in enhancing the security and defense capabilities of New Verham, it is also resulting in the creation of a entire new industry. One prime example of these developments is the newly revealed TKM-AV six-wheel armoured fighting vehicle, developed by the New Verhamese ÜBKB (Native Defense Group) and a variety of Egelian defense companies. The vehicle, mainly to be used in the newly created armoured cavalry brigades of the NVRA, has been in development since the start of the ASM some four years ago. Development was delayed in its first months, before taking off following significant investments from the ASM and seperately from the Egelian government.
The TKM-AV fits within the profile of the NVRA, which is being modelled as a capable, quick to deploy and mobile force. Currently, three TKM-AV's have been procured, with a additional 37 ordered in order to equip an entire brigade. Some other projects, mainly attempts at developing air-defense systems, have proven a failure as scheduled development stalls and several projects have already been cancelled. But even these failures have shown their merits, as the private Bambai Khamgaalalt Korporatsi (BKK) has used its experiences in their failed projects to help with the procurement of other weapons for the NVRA, with the company gaining expertise over time. ASM participatory nations have also specifically invested in the development of domestic production facilities, with at least 12 production facilities constructed in the last year focussed on a range of defense products, from infantry rifles to artillery.
While the New Verham Defense Force still relies on primarily purchased Trigunian (Nadiyan) and old Nsanian equipment to equip their forces, the experiences and heavy investments into a domestic defense industry are proving their worth. The latest project, nicknamed "Project Dovanian Skies", is a prime example of a defense initiative that would likely not have been possible without the investment and time given to the sector. The project, a joint venture with Bianjie, sees the two countries work together in a consortium to develop a joint multirole fighter aircraft, set to replace the Trigunian aircraft currently in service. The consortium consists of 17 defense companies, from electronics to full on aerospace design, working together to create the aircraft. While in its early stages, the project is being funded by both the ASM and seperately by the New Verham and Bianjian government's. If succesfull, it would be the biggest accomplishment of the ASM and mark the entry of a new, highly capable aircraft completely made by Dovanians.
Newly appointed Minister of Defense Jali Bukha praised the efforts of all involved in the transformation of the NVDF into a "modern and capable force." His ministry issued a memorandum last week, announcing that it will prioritize projects and procurement activities that "push forward the military industrial sector and drive innovation", hinting at ending the purchase of old equipment in order to focus all resources on domestic production and design.
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The TKM-AV fits within the profile of the NVRA, which is being modelled as a capable, quick to deploy and mobile force. Currently, three TKM-AV's have been procured, with a additional 37 ordered in order to equip an entire brigade. Some other projects, mainly attempts at developing air-defense systems, have proven a failure as scheduled development stalls and several projects have already been cancelled. But even these failures have shown their merits, as the private Bambai Khamgaalalt Korporatsi (BKK) has used its experiences in their failed projects to help with the procurement of other weapons for the NVRA, with the company gaining expertise over time. ASM participatory nations have also specifically invested in the development of domestic production facilities, with at least 12 production facilities constructed in the last year focussed on a range of defense products, from infantry rifles to artillery.
While the New Verham Defense Force still relies on primarily purchased Trigunian (Nadiyan) and old Nsanian equipment to equip their forces, the experiences and heavy investments into a domestic defense industry are proving their worth. The latest project, nicknamed "Project Dovanian Skies", is a prime example of a defense initiative that would likely not have been possible without the investment and time given to the sector. The project, a joint venture with Bianjie, sees the two countries work together in a consortium to develop a joint multirole fighter aircraft, set to replace the Trigunian aircraft currently in service. The consortium consists of 17 defense companies, from electronics to full on aerospace design, working together to create the aircraft. While in its early stages, the project is being funded by both the ASM and seperately by the New Verham and Bianjian government's. If succesfull, it would be the biggest accomplishment of the ASM and mark the entry of a new, highly capable aircraft completely made by Dovanians.
Newly appointed Minister of Defense Jali Bukha praised the efforts of all involved in the transformation of the NVDF into a "modern and capable force." His ministry issued a memorandum last week, announcing that it will prioritize projects and procurement activities that "push forward the military industrial sector and drive innovation", hinting at ending the purchase of old equipment in order to focus all resources on domestic production and design.
Aksios is a digital news platform, primarily reporting on defense and geopolitics