Capabilities
Japan, Australia join largest Salaknib drills in Philippines
Economy
India rises in US tech supply chain as Chinese share of sales erodes
Science & Technology
US and allies keep undersea edge over China
Crime & Justice
US interceptions spotlight risks from Iran-linked 'dark fleet' tankers
Diplomacy
India, S. Korea forge economic ties to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chain
New Delhi and Seoul are seeking more cooperation in areas ranging from 'chips to ships, from talent to technology, from entertainment to energy,' Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.
Diplomacy
Philippines counters renewed Chinese claims on 2 fronts
Security
Senior Taiwanese official reveals positions of Chinese warships surrounding island
Balikatan 2026 opens with expanded allied drills in Philippines
The largest Balikatan to date marks Japan's first active participation and first deployment of combat forces to Philippine soil since World War II.
US expands maritime crackdown on Iran's illicit shipping fleets
The latest Indian Ocean boarding underscores Washington’s effort to disrupt Iran-linked shipping networks and extend maritime enforcement beyond the Middle East.
Crime & Justice
US boards Iran-linked tanker in Indian Ocean as maritime crackdown expands
Security
Philippines sets sovereignty bar for any oil deal with China in disputed waters
Security
New Zealand and Cook Islands sign defense pact, sidelining China
Security
China tech sharpens Iran's strike chain, raising Middle East risks
Security
US, Japan, Philippines deepen 'denial strategy', increase burden sharing
Security
Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters after cyanide seized from vessels
Security
US lawmakers propose bill to bolster Taiwan undersea cable resilience against China
Security
Japan's diplomatic bluebook 'downgrades' Chinese ties, highlights threat
Security
India deploys stealth frigate, nuclear submarine in signal to China
Security
Taiwanese KMT chair's outreach to China draws international backlash
Security
Scholars seek legal clarity, transparency in W. Philippine Sea
Security
Fast, far and precise: US forces deploy HIMARS in Exercise Cobra Gold
Security
US introduces Precision Strike Missile in combat against Iran
Security
UK denounces failed Iranian strike on Diego Garcia; US downs missile
Security
Naval drills bolster Manila's S. China Sea claims, Philippine ex-justice says
