We support a rules-based international order, peaceful resolution of issues: PM Modi at Quad Leaders’ Summit
PM Modi underlined that the Quad is here to stay, assist, partner and complement the efforts of Indo-Pacific countries.
Quad coast guards to carry each other’s personnel in Indo-Pacific; joint initiative planned for third countries
As China intensifies its hegemonic moves, Japan, the United States, Australia, and India aim to strengthen the rule-based maritime order by further advancing their cooperation in…
Relief as New Zealand pilot freed from captivity in Papua New Guinea
Calls for a peaceful resolution to the continuing conflict in Papua have grown following the release of Phillip Mehrtens on Saturday, after months of negotiations involving…
Quad Cancer Moonshot event: PM Modi announces US$7.5m support to combat cervical cancer
Mr Modi said the programme would go a long way in providing affordable, accessible and quality health-care to people in Indo-Pacific countries.
China to expand trade in services within APAC, boost openness
China will increasingly engage in services trade within the Asia-Pacific region through abundant high-quality human resources, digital technologies, the Regional Comprehensive…
Australia’s new enrolment cap for foreign students likely to affect Bhutanese students
Its new National Planning Level sets the cap on international student enrollments at 270,000 for 2025. This substantial cut will impact 15 Australian universities.
Pacific Islands Forum targeted in ‘cyber incident’
Leaders from the 18-member bloc travelled to Tonga in August for an annual meeting dominated by the growing Pacific rivalry between China and the United States.
Japan, Australia seek economic security for Pacific Island Nations
The move is aimed at countering China’s assertive maritime expansion.
Leaders of South Korea, New Zealand vow to elevate ties
Condemning the growing threat posed by military exchanges between North Korea and Russia as well as Pyongyang's nuclear development program, Yoon and New Zealand's Prime Minister…
Passengers can expect higher Asia-Pacific airport charges to fund upgrades: Industry chief
Air traffic in the region is set to double over the next 20 years.