China’s military to conduct live-fire drill near Myanmar border
The drill aims to test the command's capabilities in reconnaissance and early warning, multidimensional blockade and firepower strike.
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After President Biden, PM Modi briefs President Putin on Ukraine visit
The Prime Minister underlined the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in his talk with Mr Putin via phone, along with a sincere and practical engagement between all stakeholders…
President Marcos seeks stronger collaboration with US Indo-Pacific Command
The President met with new U.S. Indo-Pacific Command commander Admiral Samuel Paparo on Tuesday, Aug 27, for a dialogue on issues that would lead to the continuity of a crucial…
President Biden, PM Modi discuss situation in Bangladesh
During the phone call, "The two leaders expressed their shared concern over the situation in Bangladesh and emphasised the restoration of law and order and ensuring the safety of…
Washington’s plans to impose restrictions on Chinese software in autonomous vehicles threatens China-US ties
The move, which is expected to target vehicles with Level 3 automation and above, will effectively prevent Chinese companies from testing their autonomous vehicles on US roads.
Wang-Sullivan to hold high-level talks this week to stabilise Sino-US ties
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will visit China from Tuesday to Thursday for a new round of China-US strategic communication with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is also…
South Korean lawmakers brace for US election as Harris, Trump diverge on North Korea
Ruling People Power Party lawmakers gushed over US Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris putting down the North Korean leader in her nomination…
Taiwan sends diplomat to meet ‘friends’ at Pacific forum
The South Pacific was once seen as a bastion of support for Taiwan’s claim to statehood, but China has been methodically whittling this down.
Australia commits to increasing development assistance to Vietnam
The announcement was made by President of the Australian Senate Sue Lines during her talks with National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man in Hanoi on Sunday, Aug 25.
PM Modi arrives in Kyiv in first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister
The visit came at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders are scheduled to have a restricted meeting to discuss key issues.