Vietnam, India hold political consultation, strategic dialogue
Defence and security cooperation is a key strategic pillar of the bilateral relationship, Vietnamese and Indian diplomats stressed, stressing the need to further expand…
Thai PM, Cambodian Senate President conduct separate border visits
Hun Sen, Cambodia's senate president, warned that the conflict with Thailand could escalate into a prolonged war, urging citizens to remain vigilant while ensuring the production…
Taiwan says military drills will involve largest call-up
The exercises are being extended to improve Taiwan’s response to “grey zone” harassment by China.
Hormuz Strait tensions put spotlight on Japan’s self-defence force dispatch conditions
The strait is a critical artery for Japan through which 80% of the country’s crude oil imports pass. Should it be blockaded by actions such as mine-laying, the United States…
Allies need to discuss Seoul’s defence costs beyond current deal: acting US ambassador
Joseph Yun, charge d'affaires ad interim at the US Embassy in Seoul, defended US calls for allies to meet the global standard of spending 5 percent of their gross domestic product…
Thai Army says Cambodia amassing troops and heavy weapons along border
These movements raise concerns over the safety of Thai civilians in nearby communities, says Maj Gen Winthai Suvaree, spokesman for the Royal Thai Army.
Thailand closes border crossings with Cambodia as dispute deepens
Thailand will now restrict all vehicles, tourists and traders from crossing at all land border checkpoints in seven provinces bordering Cambodia, the military said in a statement…
Iran strike hardens Kim Jong-un’s nuclear resolve, pushes Pyongyang deeper into China-Russia orbit: experts
Observers noted, however, that the likelihood of Mr. Trump ordering a similar strike on North Korean nuclear facilities is considered extremely low. A key reason lies in North…
‘Pragmatism’ in focus as South Korean President Lee Jae Myung skips NATO summit
This deprives President Lee of a chance to sit down for talks with US President Trump and with leaders of European countries that South Korea sees as partners in the defence…
Japan to provide defence equipment to 8 countries under OSA
The government plans to provide the OSA aid to the eight countries, including Thailand, the Philippines and Tonga, as eligible recipients that share the same values as Japan. The…