Politics
Most Chinese favor peaceful ties with Taiwan: survey
Diplomacy
China's Wang calls for stronger ties with Vietnam
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
Japan showcases long-range missile launchers, advances counterstrike strategy
Japan’s planned deployment of extended-range missiles marks a major shift in its defense doctrine, expanding its ability to hold distant targets at risk and reshape deterrence dynamics in East Asia.
Security
China has no fixed 2027 timeline to invade Taiwan, US intelligence says
Economy
S. Korea to build country's biggest AI data center under US-backed export program
US, South Korea launch Freedom Shield 26, stress alliance readiness
The exercise will bolster interoperability and combat readiness while upgrading South Korea's defense posture, Seoul and Washington said.
US maritime capabilities tighten global net on sanctioned tankers
Long-range tracking of Venezuelan oil carriers across several oceans shows how US forces can monitor and interdict multiple vessels simultaneously.
Capabilities
China's air defense systems face scrutiny after failures in Iran, Venezuela
Economy
Japan, Canada elevate strategic partnership on Indo-Pacific security
Economy
Philippines nabs 3 defense personnel accused of spying for China
Economy
Essay contest in Philippine schools pushed Beijing narratives on Japan, Taiwan
Economy
Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
Economy
OpenAI confirms use of ChatGPT by Chinese-linked cyberattack campaign
Economy
Taiwanese opposition suggests downsized defense spending plan
Economy
China raises military spending despite economic headwinds, eyes Taiwan
Economy
Japan boosts Pacific cooperation for free, open seas
Economy
Philippines steps up patrols as Chinese harassment persists in W. Philippine Sea
Economy
Troops from 30 nations join Cobra Gold, demonstrating strength, military ties
Economy
India launches first chip assembly plant, targets supply chain resilience
Economy
Indonesia taps state budget to repay rail debt to China as losses mount
Economy
Japanese ruling party moves to strengthen intelligence gathering
Economy
Philippines, US, Japan extend joint drills to Bashi Channel off Taiwan
