China, Vietnam to boost military exchanges, cooperation
Vietnamese DM Phan appreciated China's important role in international and regional affairs, saying Vietnam will continue to prioritize relations with China and further advance…
Geopolitics
US needs ‘strategic clarity’ on North Korea deterrence: report
The report argues that one potential approach to improving the strategic clarity of the US nuclear umbrella would be to commit some US nuclear weapons to enhancing South Korea's…
Number of Thai hostages rises to 22 as PM Srettha begs all Thais to return home
He said getting around Israel was becoming more difficult now that it has kicked off ground operations into the Gaza Strip, and that Thai nationals who are still in Israel should…
Mutual trust highlighted at China security forum
Vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission General Zhang Youxia also said all countries should adhere to the principles of win-win cooperation and pursue common development…
China’s top general warns of resurgence of ‘Cold War mentality’, criticises US actions
The great power rivalry between the US and China has shown no signs of abating, even as meetings between top officials from both sides have steadily resumed in recent months.
Philippines’ abstention in UN vote not against Israel-Hamas truce: Dept of foreign affairs
The resolution was supported by 120 countries, while 14 others voted against it. The Philippines was one of the 45 countries that abstained from voting.
Singapore, Malaysia aim to sign MOU on Johor-S’pore Special Economic Zone by early 2024: PM Lee
The zone aims to improve the flow of goods and people between both sides of the Causeway, and enhance the ecosystem of the Iskandar development region and Singapore.
PM Srettha vows to help turn Laos into ‘land-linked’ country by investing big on projects
The two premiers also signed an MoU on technical assistance for Laos to develop its railway system.
Philippines sends observers to ‘Resolute Dragon’ drills between Japan, US
The exercise involves nearly 7,000 Japanese and American troops, and is held in multiple locations, including Camp Yonaguni in Okinawa close to Taiwan, where they will rehearse…
US, Chinese diplomats hold video talks on North Korea-Russia military cooperation, defector repatriation
The two sides also discussed China's reported repatriation of North Korean escapees earlier this month.