Vietnam PM Chinh welcomes Lao Deputy Minister of National Defence
Stressing the enduring significance of the great Vietnam-Laos friendship in national building and safeguarding of both countries, PM Chinh reaffirmed Vietnam’s appreciation for…
French Navy aircraft carrier visits Singapore as part of 5-month mission in region
The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, is docked at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base together with the frigates Alsace and Forbin as part of the French…
Philippine Navy slams ‘absurd, baseless’ China social media claim on Palawan
Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, Navy spokesperson, made the reaction after the National Historical Commission of the Philippines revealed that a post on Chinese social media…
Why North Korea’s denuclearisation is fading from US President Trump’s agenda
Key foreign, security policy officials hint at shift to risk reduction, positioning dialogue as a crucial tactical tool.
China increases bases with missiles capable of striking Japan
Satellite images taken in May 2024 also show that land is being leveled, opening up the possibility of further facilities being built.
North Korea fires strategic cruise missiles from its west coast this week
The latest test was conducted to warn "enemies, who are seriously violating the security environment of the (country) and fostering and escalating the confrontation…
Chinese warships circle Australia, stoking an anxious nation’s worst fears
A handout photo taken on February 11, 2025 and released on February 13, 2025 by the Australian Defence Force shows China's People’s Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate…
Japanese Self-Defence Force, U.S. forces conduct joint drill; Iron Fist Exercises continue in Okinawa
Taking place amid China’s growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region, the drill was aimed at strengthening the two countries’ response capabilities for the urgent…
Philippine defence secretary urges ASEAN to unite vs South China Sea ‘violations’
Speaking at the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Penang, Malaysia, Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr pointed out the need for the regional bloc “to remain cohesive and proactive…
Beijing told to stop comments on Philippine defence decisions
National Security Council Assistant Director General Jonathan Malaya said that the Philippines has "not commented previously on [Beijing’s] ever-rising missile inventory which…