New military outpost eyed to guard Philippine Rise
So far, Manila is the only claimant to Philippine Rise.
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Joint defence initiatives to be unveiled at Camp David: Report
Citing senior US officials, Reuters said the gathering will lead to a three-way hotline and mutual understanding about responsibilities amid regional tensions.
India, China agree to resolve border issues
The Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an over three-year eyeball-to-eyeball posture in certain friction points in eastern Ladakh, even as the two sides completed…
President Yoon calls Japan ‘partner’ sharing interest in Liberation Day
After his call last year for the two nations to "move toward the future," President Yoon has made significant strides in mending ties with Japan despite backlash.
100 million pesos funding sought for Philippine Ayungin buildup
The structures could serve as permanent lodging for soldiers stationed at the rusty BRP Sierra Madre, and could also shelter fisherfolk of any nationality who might be caught in…
Pyongyang opposes UN Security Council meeting on North Korea’s human rights
If the meeting is successfully held on August 17, it will be the first such meeting since December 2017.
North Korea says US soldier Travis King wants refuge from mistreatment in US army: KCNA
North Korean investigators have also concluded that King crossed deliberately and illegally, with the intent to stay in the North or in a third country, state news agency KCNA…
Philippine Defence Sec tells China to stop ‘invasion’ through harassment, structure build-up in West Philippine Sea
The remark was in response to a Chinese embassy official's comments that the tensions should be properly resolved through dialogues and consultations.
More flights between China, US approved
In total, 36 weekly round-trip flights will be allowed to be operated by Chinese and US carriers starting on Sept 1, and 48 beginning on Oct 29.
South Korea, US to stage ‘realistic, tough’ military exercise against North Korea threats
The upcoming exercise will incorporate military training scenarios in light of North Korea's advancing nuclear and missile capabilities, as well as its intentions regarding…