Diplomacy
S. Korea, Philippines seal wide-ranging deals on nuclear energy, defense, strategic industries
Security
Chinese helicopter flew dangerously close during Yellow Sea encounter, Australia says
Capabilities
US, South Korea launch Freedom Shield 26, stress alliance readiness
Crime & Justice
US maritime capabilities tighten global net on sanctioned tankers
Economy
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
Diplomacy
China's Wang calls for stronger ties with Vietnam
China's air defense systems face scrutiny after failures in Iran, Venezuela
The rapid collapse of Iran's defensive infrastructure -- similar to Venezuela's two months earlier -- highlights how both countries' reliance on Chinese-built defense systems left them unable to withstand US operations.
Japan, Canada elevate strategic partnership on Indo-Pacific security
Tokyo and Ottawa agreed to expand military cooperation and joint exercises and to harden supply chains for critical minerals and energy.
Security
Philippines nabs 3 defense personnel accused of spying for China
Diplomacy
Essay contest in Philippine schools pushed Beijing narratives on Japan, Taiwan
Diplomacy
Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
Diplomacy
OpenAI confirms use of ChatGPT by Chinese-linked cyberattack campaign
Diplomacy
Taiwanese opposition suggests downsized defense spending plan
Diplomacy
China raises military spending despite economic headwinds, eyes Taiwan
Diplomacy
Japan boosts Pacific cooperation for free, open seas
Diplomacy
Philippines steps up patrols as Chinese harassment persists in W. Philippine Sea
Diplomacy
Troops from 30 nations join Cobra Gold, demonstrating strength, military ties
Diplomacy
India launches first chip assembly plant, targets supply chain resilience
Diplomacy
Indonesia taps state budget to repay rail debt to China as losses mount
Diplomacy
Japanese ruling party moves to strengthen intelligence gathering
Diplomacy
Philippines, US, Japan extend joint drills to Bashi Channel off Taiwan
Diplomacy
India taps e-waste to secure critical mineral supply
Diplomacy
US seeks partners to deploy secure smartphones across Indo-Pacific markets
