Philippine Coast Guard pulls out vessel from contested shoal
The 97-meter BRP Teresa Magbanua, one of the PCG’s biggest and most modern ships that spent five months anchored at Escoda Shoal to keep China in check, was pulled out for…
DEFENCE & SECURITY
Why is North Korea back to firing missiles after months long hiatus?
The timing—coinciding with Russia-China military exercises and after the US presidential debate—signals what analysts view as a calculated, multi-pronged strategy to advance…
Iraq expected to conclude deal to buy South Korea’s missile defence system next week: reports
The reports said that Iraq's defence ministry is expected to sign a US$2.5 billion contract with Korean defensc firms to purchase eight units of the Cheongung-II system, which is…
Philippines steps up defence of northernmost province with eye on possible contingency involving Taiwan
Residents and administrative officials are increasingly concerned about the growing tension in the region caused by China’s military intimidation.
West Philippine Sea: Beijing, Manila agree to continue talks
In a statement on Thursday, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Undersecretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro exchanged views with Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong on…
Russian military to join Chinese naval, air exercises this month
The drills aim to deepen strategic collaboration between the two militaries and improve their ability to jointly address security threats.
India, Saudi Arabia discuss avenues to strengthen defence cooperation
Detailed deliberations were held to expand the scope of engagement and cooperation in areas such as military, training, defence industry, R&D etc, the Ministry of Defence said on…
‘I’ve got your backs,’ Taiwan president tells sailors on combat-ready warship
China, which claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory over the strong objections of the government in Taipei, detests Mr Lai as a "separatist" and staged war…
Japan, Australia seek economic security for Pacific Island Nations
The move is aimed at countering China’s assertive maritime expansion.
Leaders of South Korea, New Zealand vow to elevate ties
Condemning the growing threat posed by military exchanges between North Korea and Russia as well as Pyongyang's nuclear development program, Yoon and New Zealand's Prime Minister…