Rapid Fire 2010-06-16: Chinese Exhibit Tanks

• South Korea, US delay joint anti-submarine drills as UN Security Council considers sanctions against North Korea over sinking of ROKS Cheonan (PCC-772), a Pohang-class patrol combat corvette.

• Chinese defense firms – including China North Industries (NORINCO) and Poly Technologies – exhibit tanks and other military equipment at Paris-based Eurosatory trade fair for 1st time.

• Russia launches new generation of Severodvinsk-class attack submarines.