US plans to expand scale of training of Taiwan military
According to sources close to US-Taiwan relations, it would be the first time for a Taiwan battalion, with a strength of 600 to 800 troops, to be trained by the US.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
‘Angel of Peace’ exercise: RCAF, PLA join forces
In recent years, Cambodia and China have conducted five major joint military drills, primarily focused on counterterrorism, disaster rescue training, humanitarian relief…
Biden holds talks with PM Modi on defence, civil nuclear cooperation
Officials said a number of issues were to be discussed - including the GE jet engine deal and the procurement of predator drones.
Leaders of South Korea, Indonesia agree to deepen economic, defence cooperation
"Both discussed forward-looking and substantial cooperation initiatives intended to shape the future for the next 50 years," the South Korean presidential office said in a written…
Ayungin mission: Philippine vessels outnumbered by Chinese ships
Outnumbered, Philippine vessels were once again blocked and harassed by Chinese ships as they tried to bring fresh supplies to a grounded warship that serves as a military outpost…
Philippine frigates get French anti-torpedo defense systems
The vessels were delivered in 2020 and 2021, with two more warships of the same class are also being planned.
China claims keeping ‘peace and tranquility’ amid South China Sea row
However, China’s behavior in the South China Sea has repeatedly earned the condemnation of the international community.
Russian defence chief proposed joint drill with North Korea, China: NIS
The assessment by the intelligence agency follows Russian Ambassador to North Korea Alexander Matsegora's interview with Moscow's state-run news agency.
Philippines, US start ‘bilateral sail’ in West Philippine Sea
Sources said exercises were held outside the country’s territorial sea and within the contiguous zone, where a state can enforce its laws on some specific matters.
Afghan govt has arrested some perpetrators of terrorism in Pakistan: Foreign minister Jilani
The minister’s statement comes as Pakistan continues to face terror incidents against the backdrop of growing concerns regarding cross-border terrorism by elements based in…