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.
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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.
Vietnam demands China withdraw survey ship, vessels from Vietnamese waters
Vietnam also demanded that the relevant Chinese agencies comply with the common perceptions of the high-level leadership of the two nations, as well as immediately end their…
The US-Papua New Guinea defence pact could be a headache for Indonesia
Due to the possibility of the deal bringing about a shift in regional power dynamics, Indonesia should engage in diplomacy with both the US and Papua New Guinea to ensure its…
Malaysia getting the newest, most advanced FA-50 ‘Fighting Eagle’ jet
The KAI chief executive officer said this variant is more advanced and capable than even the FA-50 operated by the Republic of Korea Air Force.
China sends buoy vessel to West PH Sea
It was not immediately clear why China deployed its largest beacon vessel, the 73-meter-long Haixun173, to the area.