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.
Geopolitics
China rejects US request for a meeting in Singapore between defence chiefs Li, Austin
In a sign of the testy relationship between the global powers, the US Defence Department said the decision a “concerning unwillingness” to engage in military discussions.
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.
Vietnam values comprehensive partnership with US: PM Chinh
He suggested that in the near future, both sides continue enhancing cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, investment, among others.
Bangladesh-China relations should focus on further development: PM Hasina
The Chinese minister in turn said China is keen to strengthen cooperation with Bangladesh in several sectors, particularly renewable energy.
Poland, Cambodia waive diplomatic visas
Both sides are also committed to strengthening bilateral relations in both trade and investment.
Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand to enhance anti-piracy intelligence cooperation
The Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia is the first regional agreement to promote and enhance cooperation against piracy…
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.
Cambodia donates one million vaccines to Myanmar
Myanmar Deputy Minister of Health Aye Tun accepted the vaccines, nothing that they are a symbol of regional solidarity and kindness.
Bring relations back to right track: Chinese envoy to US
Former Chinese vice-minister of foreign affairs Xie Feng said the China-US relationship bears on the well-being of both peoples and the future of the world and hoped the US side…