China shows off military wares in Southeast Asia
China is getting back into the groove of marketing arms at defence exhibitions in Asia, after a long absence because of Covid-19.
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Xi calls for new security architecture to safeguard China’s new pattern of development
The Chinese President also called for correctly grasping major national security issues and urged efforts to safeguard China's new pattern of development.
North Korea admits satellite launch failure, vows second attempt
Pyongyand said the second-stage booster of the space launch vehicle crashed into the West Sea after the separation of the first stage.
Taiwan building digital resilience in face of earthquakes and potential of conflict with China
Head of Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs Audrey Tang said the worst-case scenario for Taiwan would be the destruction of the island’s physical points of communication: its…
Japan Self-Defence Forces ordered to prepare for destruction of North Korean missile
The order, effective through June 11, was issued after North Korea notified Japan of its launch plans.
US, Japan, Philippine Coast Guards to hold drills amid China tensions
Four Philippine vessels and one each from the United States and Japan will participate in exercises designed to improve search and rescue collaboration and law enforcement.
Can Pakistan-India nuclear deterrence hold?
The writer says, there does not seem to be much space for a serious dialogue on nuclear risk reduction measures, even as risks continue to grow in the foreseeable future.
G-7 supports 2016 ruling on South China Sea claims
Aside from the G7 and Quad leaders, the European Union also renewed its support for the Philippines’ claims in the South China Sea.
Military denies report on Korea sending ammunition to Ukraine
Yoon’s national security adviser said, “If Ukraine has been invaded illegally, we will review the situation and consider other circumstances".
Japan scrambled jets after Russian planes seen off coasts
Japan considers Russia to be a “hostile” country – a designation it shares with all European Union countries, the US and its allies, including Australia and Britain.