Crime & Justice
OpenAI confirms use of ChatGPT by Chinese-linked cyberattack campaign
Politics
Taiwanese opposition suggests downsized defense spending plan
Security
China raises military spending despite economic headwinds, eyes Taiwan
Diplomacy
Japan boosts Pacific cooperation for free, open seas
Security
Philippines nabs 3 defense personnel accused of spying for China
The suspects passed sensitive military and resupply information to Beijing, Manila says. China might have used location data to ram a Philippine coast guard vessel.
Education
Essay contest in Philippine schools pushed Beijing narratives on Japan, Taiwan
Security
Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
Philippines steps up patrols as Chinese harassment persists in W. Philippine Sea
Filipino fishermen reported a suspicious drone, Starlink signal disruptions and vessel blockades. China considers more than 80% of the South China Sea its territory.
Troops from 30 nations join Cobra Gold, demonstrating strength, military ties
Thailand and the United States hosted the annual military exercises, which included US Space Force Guardians for the first time.
Science & Technology
India launches first chip assembly plant, targets supply chain resilience
Security
Indonesia taps state budget to repay rail debt to China as losses mount
Security
Japanese ruling party moves to strengthen intelligence gathering
Security
Philippines, US, Japan extend joint drills to Bashi Channel off Taiwan
Security
India taps e-waste to secure critical mineral supply
Security
US seeks partners to deploy secure smartphones across Indo-Pacific markets
Security
US Marines voice confidence in Pacific posture, stress partner role
Security
US to expand missile deployments in Philippines despite Chinese objections
Security
China 'massively expanded' nuclear arsenal: Washington
Security
China targets Japanese companies over military ties
Security
Indian strategic concerns arise over Sino-Bangladeshi cooperation
Security
Chinese arms exports face fresh scrutiny over unreliability, deficient maintenance
Security
Philippine senator urges 'continuous' pushback on China during Thitu visit
Security
US Army expands rotations in Philippines to facilitate S. China Sea deterrence
Security
Japan delivers 5 coastal radars to Philippines
