China opposes the Philippine move to define the country’s maritime entitlements in the South China Sea.China has reasserted its territories around a flashpoint reef in…
The South China Sea (SCS) is located in the Western Pacific region, with most of its area surrounded by Southeast Asian countries. With an area…
Taiwanese defence chief says a blockade would have far-reaching consequences for international trade.Taiwan’s defence chief has warned that a Chinese blockade would be an act…
The incident is the latest between China and Japan around disputed islands in the East China Sea.China’s coastguard said it ordered a Japanese fishing vessel…
Manila says new vessel will ‘immediately take over’ after the BRP Teresa Magbanua left disputed area in South China Sea.A Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel…
Trump’s approachAsia-Pacific has long been a strategically important region for the United States, a top priority in foreign policy. In 2011, the Obama Administration announced…
Move follows publication of leaked document warning Malaysia off oil drilling by Philippine media outlet.Malaysia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said it is investigating the…
US national security adviser and General Zhang Youxia clash over Taiwan but arrange military talks to defuse tensions.The United States national security adviser has held…
The Philippines accuses China of firing flares at one of its aircraft as it patrolled over the contested waterway.The Philippines has demanded that China “cease…
On August 20, 2024, Indonesia and Australia reached a significant milestone in their bilateral defense collaboration. Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s Minister of Defense and President-Elect, met…
Following the general election in 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was elected to an unprecedented third term in power, so securing his place as one…
They blame each other for the early morning incident at Sabina Shoal in the Spratly Islands.Ships from China and the Philippines have collided during a…
Kamala Harris’s choice of Tim Walz as running mate has been met with acclaim from US Democrats across the party spectrum. The little-known governor of…
US taking ‘bold steps’ to strengthen alliance says defence chief as Washington bids for increased regional influence.The United States has announced that it will provide…
Manila and Washington have grown closer amid increasing tension with Beijing in the disputed South China Sea.Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has welcomed US Secretary…
The US defence chief says the US command’s upgrade in Japan is the most significant progress in their alliance.The United States has announced plans to…
Philippine president makes remarks as Beijing and Manila announce a provisional deal to defuse tensions at the Second Thomas Shoal.Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says…
Provisional agreement aims to defuse tensions after a series of clashes on the Second Thomas Shoal, which both countries claim.China and the Philippines have struck…
Amid tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, a new chapter has emerged in the region following the defense pact between…
President Marcos says he is in favour of peaceful resolution but refuses to be intimidated after a navy clash with China. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos…