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US announces $170 million aid for Rohingyas
With the new funding, the total amount is close to $600 million against the $881 million sought under the Joint Response Plan for 2022.
Marcos says Philippines looks to US for ‘maintaining peace’ in South-east Asia
Marcos also said the Philippines’ primary consideration and guiding principle in its foreign policy is to “encourage peace.”
Preliminary ‘Chip 4’ meeting expected next week as China monitors
The Chip 4 alliance, first proposed by US President Joe Biden, aimed at building connections with global chip powerhouses Korea, Japan and Taiwan.
North Korea denies supplying arms to Russia, denounces US ‘rumors’
North Korea’s Defense Ministry claimed that the US’ goal is to “tarnish the image of the DPRK.”
US to review ‘all possible ways’ to address Korea’s concerns on IRA hurting EV makers
The two sides agreed to maintain close communication for strong cooperation in building resilient supply chains in industries, and also on investment and bioeconomic initiatives.
Malaysia and US aviation authority to hold talks next week
The discussion will be focused on Malaysia’s air safety rating.
US warns arms supplies by North Korea, Iran to Russia will lead to further sanctions
The Biden administration has been keeping close tabs on Russia’s turning to pariah states to seek their military support.
US shift towards ‘strategic clarity’ would make for a more dangerous Taiwan Strait
For decades, "strategic ambiguity" has kept the peace across the Taiwan Strait.
Japan, US aim for stronger economic cooperation with Asean nations
The two nations aim to counter China, which has increased its economic clout through the building of infrastructure in the region.