Diplomacy
Philippines, US reinforce defense ties amid security challenges in Indo-Pacific
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Australia becomes 1st country outside US to produce GMLRS rockets for HIMARS
Diplomacy
China rebukes Australia, New Zealand in war of words
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Japan showcases long-range missile launchers, advances counterstrike strategy
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US 7th Fleet visit underscores steady Philippines-US defense ties
The USS Blue Ridge's first joint Maritime Cooperative Activity with Philippine forces marked greater defense coordination ahead of the Balikatan 2026 exercise.
Crime & Justice
Super Micro co-founder charged in trans-Asia AI server smuggling case
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Indonesia buys India's BrahMos missiles to counter Chinese risks in S. China Sea
China has no fixed 2027 timeline to invade Taiwan, US intelligence says
Beijing still prefers pressure and coercion over a near-term invasion, a US report finds. But risks around Taiwan remain high.
S. Korea to build country's biggest AI data center under US-backed export program
The 250MW project highlights South Korea's push for greater artificial intelligence autonomy and less reliance on Chinese infrastructure.
Politics
Most Chinese favor peaceful ties with Taiwan: survey
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China's Wang calls for stronger ties with Vietnam
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S. Korea, Philippines seal wide-ranging deals on nuclear energy, defense, strategic industries
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Chinese helicopter flew dangerously close during Yellow Sea encounter, Australia says
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US, South Korea launch Freedom Shield 26, stress alliance readiness
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US maritime capabilities tighten global net on sanctioned tankers
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China's air defense systems face scrutiny after failures in Iran, Venezuela
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Japan, Canada elevate strategic partnership on Indo-Pacific security
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Philippines nabs 3 defense personnel accused of spying for China
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Essay contest in Philippine schools pushed Beijing narratives on Japan, Taiwan
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Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
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OpenAI confirms use of ChatGPT by Chinese-linked cyberattack campaign
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Taiwanese opposition suggests downsized defense spending plan
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China raises military spending despite economic headwinds, eyes Taiwan
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Japan boosts Pacific cooperation for free, open seas
