China slaps sanctions on 13 US military firms over Taiwan arms sale
The move comes after the US arranged for Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te to transit through its territory.
US Assistant Secretary of State Donald Lu to wrap up South Asia trip with Nepal visit
Discussions will deepen ties with the new government, support its efforts to combat corruption, and explore how the United States can support Sri Lanka’s governance and economic…
Singapore and Australia to deepen military ties, cooperation on green initiatives
A stronger defence partnership is a key plank of a new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership agreement the two countries want to seal in 2025 when they celebrate 60 years of…
Japan to run for non-permanent UNSC seat in 2043, avoiding competition with small countries
Japan has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UNSC every three to six years since 2000, and is currently serving its 12th term, the most in the world.
Taiwan’s President Lai in Marshall Islands on first overseas state visit
Arriving in the Marshall Islands capital of Majuro, Mr Lai referred to Taiwan’s indigenous inhabitants as sharing a culture with the Pacific Islands’ first settlers.
Next-gen fighter being developed by Japan, U.K., Italy, could see Saudi sign on as ‘partner’
Japan, Britain and Italy aim to deploy the next-generation fighters from 2035, and they have signed a treaty to establish the GCAP International Government Organization (GIGO),…
US President-elect Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS countries over currency plans
The statement comes after a BRICS summit held last month in Kazan, Russia, where the countries discussed boosting non-dollar transactions and strengthening local currencies.
Russian defence chief leaves North Korea after high-level talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed his “unwavering support” for Russia’s policy on the war in Ukraine during a meeting with Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov…
Japan aims to join Australian frigate development project
On Monday, the Australian government said it had shortlisted Japan and Germany to build its new fleet of frigates in a joint development program. The scale of the project will be…
China criticises Trump tariff threat, says it won’t solve America’s problems
Mr. Trump, who takes office on Jan 20, said on Nov 25 that he would impose a 10 percent tariff on Chinese goods so that Beijing does more to stop the trafficking of Chinese-made…