Philippines may be a ‘target,’ says ex-President Duterte, quoting Chinese envoy
According to Duterte, there are about 17 potential sites scattered nationwide, warning that the US could put “nuclear warheads” in those sites.
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US expects more cooperation with India in South China Sea
Though not a South China Sea claimant, India has in recent years stepped up security ties in the region, signalling its intent to play a bigger role in efforts to counter China.
Chinese premier Li Qiang calls on countries to boost global cooperation
The premier also underlined the importance of eliminating both visible and invisible barriers, as well as strengthening dialogue to bridge differences and expand common ground.
Russians have adopted ‘tactics of cowards’: Zelenskyy aide
Deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva also warned of a “nuclear disaster” if the international community was “careless”.Deputy head of the…
Philippines Navy deploys anti-submarine warfare assets to West Philippine Sea
The missile-armed BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151) and AgustaWestland AW159 Wildcat helicopter were sent to Palawan province on June 20, 2023.
Japan restores South Korea to export ‘whitelist’ after 4 years
The latest measure would reduce the time and procedures it takes for Japanese companies to export strategic materials to Korea, from the current two to three months to about a…
WTO warns of global GDP loss through decoupling and fragmentation
WTO Director-general Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said that decoupling into two trading blocks would cost the world a 5 per cent loss in global GDP.
Former Malaysian PM calls for end to UN veto rights
Former PM Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the stripping of veto rights from major powers could lead to equality at the UN, which would allow the organisation to work to create peace.
Safeguarding Asia’s prosperity set to be complex: WEF panellists
Despite the promising signs of Asia’s economy lifting global growth, the region finds itself caught amid intense geopolitical tensions between the US and China.
“If need arises, India can launch attack across border”: Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan
The Indian defence minister added that once “peace” returns to Jammu and Kashmir, the Armed Forces Special Power Act will be removed from the Union Territory.