Japan, US eye greater production of defence parts amid concerns over insufficient US stockpile
Japan is also aiming to demonstrate the unity of the Japan-US alliance by supporting US aid for Ukraine, and to maintain deterrence.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
Beijing seeks to be a good neighbour, has shown restraint in South China Sea, says Wang Yi
We advise certain countries outside the region not to stir up trouble, choose sides, and not to become troublemakers in the South China Sea,” said Mr. Wang, China's Foreign…
South Korea’s Foreign Ministry to disband peninsula peace bureau amid NK threats
The ministry will also integrate new functions for intelligence collection and strategic planning within the new office, aiming to address North Korean issues from a broader…
Philippines drawing up new tactics for Ayungin missions
The tactics will focus on quickness and flexibility to dodge China’s obstructions, following a collision and water cannon attack earlier this week, a senior military official…
NK leader guides artillery firing drills with capability to strike ‘enemy’s capital’
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's inspection came as Seoul and Washington have been staging the annual Freedom Shield exercise since Monday to strengthen deterrence against North…
LDP, Komeito near consensus on exports of fighter jets, shipment ban to conflict areas likely
Komeito had been cautious about third-country exports, but party executives commended PM Kishida’s explanation the UK and Italy are asking Japan to reduce procurement costs…
Closer Asean-Australia ties will preserve peace and stability in S-E Asia: S’pore PM
As Australia has longstanding ties in South-east Asia, all regional countries accept it as an Asian power, said PM Lee.
Cambodia’s defence minister warns against a divided ASEAN
Minister of National Defence Tea Seiha called on ASEAN member states to work together, noting that failure to do so could cause insecurity or result in new conflict, as well as…
ASEAN, Australia call for respect of international law in South China Sea
China’s rapid rise in recent years has presented Southeast Asian countries with both economic opportunities and security challenges, with Beijing aggressively claiming vast…
‘Removal of Philippine ship, BDM reclamation a red line China shouldn’t cross’: Navy official
Navy spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea made this statement amid the latest water cannon assault of China Coast Guard in Ayungin Shoal which injured four Navy personnel, a…