Vietnam, Indonesia forge defence cooperation
Vietnam praised Indonesia’s initiative to send naval and coast guard vessels to Vietnam for visits in 2024.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
Here is what analysts have to say about the Pakistan-Saudi defence agreement
The two countries have long shared a multifaceted relationship rooted in strategic military cooperation, mutual economic interests, and shared Islamic heritage.
‘Doors not closed’ to entry of other Arab nations in Pakistan-Saudi mutual defence deal: defence minister
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia entered into a landmark mutual defence agreement, under which any aggression against one state will be considered an attack on both.
President Trump says US seeking control of Bagram air base given up in Afghanistan withdrawal
Bagram Air Base served as the linchpin for US operations in the rugged country, where the long war against the Taliban and their Al Qaeda allies was fought with air strikes and…
Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly made with US firm
Taiwan is racing to bolster its armed forces as Beijing, which views the island as its own territory, steps up military pressure.
Manila to hold its ground at disputed Scarborough Shoal even as Beijing cranks up pressure
Analysts warn of potential detentions and a deeper crisis if China enforces a no-go zone under environmental protection pretexts.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign defence pact pledging joint response to aggression
The two countries' Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement pledges that any attack on either nation would be treated as an act of aggression against both.
Singapore defence minister Chan Chun Sing meets top Chinese general Zhang Youxia in Beijing, reaffirms defence ties
Both leaders also reaffirmed warm relations and committed to frequent military interactions, bilaterally and multilaterally.
UK, Philippines start talks on possible visiting forces agreement
The proposed agreement would serve as a legal framework for joint military activities, allowing enhanced cooperation between both countries’ armed forces.
Thai army defends tear gas, rubber bullets at Cambodian border clash
The Royal Thai Army said the use of tear gas and rubber bullets against Cambodian protesters was in line with international crowd-control standards to prevent unrest from…