Taiwan jets scramble as China air force enters air defense zone
Taiwan calls China’s repeated nearby military activities “grey zone” warfare, designed to both wear out Taiwan’s forces by making them repeatedly scramble, and also to…
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South Korea President Yoon begins pursuit of improved relations with Japan
Behind the move to quickly improve relations between Japan and South Korea is US President Joe Biden’s desire to swiftly strengthen the bonds between the three countries.
China to advance efforts to join CPTPP, DEPA trade deals
A spokesperson said China will also work with members of the Asean to actively build version 3.0 of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area.
China’s aircraft carrier drills near Japan aimed at around-the-clock attack capability
A Chinese military source said one purpose of the drills was to establish operational skills for carrier-based aircraft, aiming to have the capability for around-the-clock attacks…
PLA exercise near Taiwan meant to serve as warning to island, US
Senior Colonel Shi Yi said the operation was also arranged in response to the US sending "wrong signals" about the Taiwan question.
PLA-Russia aerial patrol unrelated to ‘global or regional situations’: Defense ministry
A spokesman said the routine patrol was conducted "to test and improve the collaboration ability of the two air forces and promote strategic mutual trust and pragmatic…
Seoul braces for North Korea nuke test, warhead detonation device test detected
The presidential office strongly condemned North Korea’s missile launch, calling it ‘grave provocation’.
Kishida, Modi vow to ensure free and open Indo-Pacific region
The two leaders also confirmed that their countries will hold a second meeting of foreign and defense ministers at an early date.
Australia gains chance to lift China relations
Many say a new government in Canberra headed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to see an improved trajectory in the relationship.
5G key for ensuring economic security
The US and Japanese governments are focusing their efforts on countering China’s growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region.