Terrorism threat to Singapore remains high: Things to know
In its annual terrorism report released on July 25, the Internal Security Department said that while there is no indication of an imminent attack, the terrorism threat to…
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Quad foreign ministers issue joint statement opposing unilateral attempts to change status quo
The partnership is made up of Japan, the United States, Australia and India. The foreign ministerial meeting was attended by Japan’s Yoko Kamikawa, the United States’ Antony…
US, Japan overhaul security alliance amid China’s strategic challenge
Japan and its security ally, the US, singled out China as “the greatest strategic challenge in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond” on July 28, as they unveiled their “most…
Southeast Asia expresses concern over ‘arms race’ in region
Self-restraint, adherence to international law and dialogue-led resolutions using ASEAN mechanisms must be exercised to prevent an open conflict, ASEAN ministers reiterated in a…
Philippines says China ‘mischaracterised’ South China Sea resupply mission deal
Philippine Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Teresita Daza said on July 28 the resupply mission that day was completed without incident while Chinese coast guard vessels were at a…
France air force mission makes first-ever stop in Philippines
The stop is seen as a display of global reach and airpower amid a spat between Manila and Beijing in nearby disputed waters.
ISIS remains primary threat in Southeast Asia: Singapore Internal Security Department
In its annual report on terrorism released on July 25, ISD said the region continues to see ISIS-linked or ISIS-inspired attacks and foiled plots.
ASEAN can never be a proxy, Indonesia reasserts at ministerial meeting
Navigating regional tensions sparked by the US-China rivalry and territorial disputes in the South China Sea have become important talking points, with top diplomats urging the…
US sanctions China-based individuals, entities accused of supporting NK missile, space programs
The Treasury Department issued the sanctions after Pyongyang's persistent launches using ballistic missile technology, including a failed attempt at a military spy satellite…
ASEAN FMs review SEA nuclear weapons free zone, other work plans
The meeting also discussed cooperation activities between the ASEAN Secretariat and the Secretariat of the Agency for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Latin America and the…