Capabilities
US, South Korea launch Freedom Shield 26, stress alliance readiness
Crime & Justice
US maritime capabilities tighten global net on sanctioned tankers
Capabilities
China's air defense systems face scrutiny after failures in Iran, Venezuela
Diplomacy
Japan, Canada elevate strategic partnership on Indo-Pacific security
Diplomacy
China's Wang calls for stronger ties with Vietnam
The two countries are seeking cooperation on security matters but still have territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
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
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.
Essay contest in Philippine schools pushed Beijing narratives on Japan, Taiwan
Pupils won cash prizes for essays reminding readers of Japan's World War II atrocities and arguing Taiwan is part of China.
Security
Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions
Security
OpenAI confirms use of ChatGPT by Chinese-linked cyberattack campaign
Security
Taiwanese opposition suggests downsized defense spending plan
Security
China raises military spending despite economic headwinds, eyes Taiwan
Security
Japan boosts Pacific cooperation for free, open seas
Security
Philippines steps up patrols as Chinese harassment persists in W. Philippine Sea
Security
Troops from 30 nations join Cobra Gold, demonstrating strength, military ties
Security
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
