Pakistan, Iran army chiefs affirm readiness to eradicating terrorism for secure borders
Persistent issues, including terrorism, smuggling, and mutual accusations of harbouring militants, have periodically strained ties.
US President Trump renews push for denuclearisation talks with Russia and China
The renewed focus on nuclear arms control comes as the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, or New Start, is set to expire on Feb 5, 2026.
Vietnam’s Coast Guard vessel arrives in Indonesia for exchanges
After a safe voyage of more than 1,000 nautical miles, the Việt Nam Coast Guard vessel CSB 8001 arrived at Jakarta Port on August 25 to begin a series of exchange activities…
Japan, India eye revising joint security declaration to expand cooperation to economic security, cyber areas
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is scheduled to visit Japan this week, plan to hold talks on Friday, August 29. They are expected to…
Japan, US deepen Indo-Pacific ties through military drills with Indonesia
The 2025 Super Garuda Shield, which kicked off on Monday, will run until Sept. 3 in Jakarta and Sumatra and convene around 6,000 troops from host Indonesia and co-host the US and…
China’s V-Day parade to unveil advanced weapons
The majority of hardware to be shown at the parade will be new models, ranging from main battle tanks to fighter jets, an official said.
South Korean President Lee-Japan PM Ishiba summit likely to focus on future-oriented security, economic cooperation
President Lee will make a two-day visit to Tokyo on Saturday for talks with PM Ishiba amid North Korea’s evolving nuclear and missile threats, coupled with rising global trade…
South Korean President Lee vows to pursue 3-stage denuclearisation plan for North Korea
President Lee said in an interview with Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun, he will seek to freeze North Korea's nuclear and missile programs in the first stage. In the second and final…
China, India agree to uphold ties
Since the start of the year, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi noted, bilateral relations have entered a steady development track, and the situation along the border has continued…
Japan, Taiwan sign rare accord on evacuations in light of possible contingency
The agreement is aimed at preventing secret agents and terrorists from entering Japan and conducting subversive acts amid a Taiwan contingency by sharing information about…