‘North rehearsed submarine attacks on South during 2018 peace talks’
It was the highest number of drills since 2014.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
China flies record 56 warplanes toward Taiwan
The first sortie of 52 planes included 34 J-16 fighter jets and 12 H-6 bombers, among other aircraft, Taiwan said.
US urges China to halt ‘provocative’ military moves on Taiwan
The fly-bys close to Taiwan on Saturday extended a Chinese display of military might.
Manila to file diplomatic protests against China’s presence
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr made the orders public in a series of tweets .
N. Korea test-fires new anti-aircraft missile: state media
Pyongyang said the new aircraft is capable of downing air targets at longer distances with enhanced accuracy.
North Korea says tested hypersonic missile
Seoul says the missile is in early stages of development.
China ready to export supersonic cruise missile
The submarine launched supersonic cruise missile system is one of its mightiest weapons.
South Korea’s military unveils plans for AI-powered, agile Army
The Army said it will employ artificial intelligence-powered drones to facilitate decision-making on the battlefield
Draft of Japan’s cybersecurity strategy names China, Russia and North Korea as a threat
The New Cybersecurity Strategy also includes cooperation with the United States, Australia, India and Asean.
NK fires missile, blames US ‘hostile policy’
Pyongyang fired the short-range missile just minutes before North Korea’s ambassador to the UN urged the US to drop its “hostile policy” at the UN.