US and Chinese Officials Hold ‘candid’ Talks in Beijing
Washington, DC – Officials from the United States had “candid and productive discussions” with Chinese diplomats in Beijing, the US Department of State has said,...
Austin Says U.S. Will Continue Push for Open Indo-Pacific
The United States will continue to work with regional allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region, despite challenges emanating from China, Secretary...
Li Shangfu: War With US Would Be Unbearable Disaster, Says China Defence Minister
China’s defence minister has said war with the US would be an “unbearable disaster” for the world in his first major speech since taking...
Indonesia Seeks US$200 Million Supersonic Cruise Missile Deal with India Amid Maritime Tensions
The chief of BrahMos Aerospace said the India-Russia defence firm expects to clinch the contract this yearIn response to a growing Chinese maritime presence...
EU Eyes Port Calls, Joint Exercises with Philippines in South China Sea
MANILA, Philippines — The European Union is looking to conduct port calls and joint naval exercises with the Philippines in the South China Sea...
China Disputes Japan’s Territorial Claims Over Disputed Waters in East China Sea
Thursday, 16 Mar 20234:41 PM MYT BEIJING, March 16 (Reuters): China’s foreign ministry on Thursday countered Japan’s territorial claims over disputed waters in the...
EU Eyes More Naval Visits in Disputed South China Sea
MANILA, Philippines — The European Union wants to step up its naval visits and possibly engage in joint military training exercises to promote freedom...
A North Korean Intercontinental Missile Fired Towards The Sea of Japan
(SEOUL) North Korea fired at least one intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) toward the Sea of Japan on Thursday, Seoul said, hours ahead of South...
Aukus Submarine Deal: Is Conflict with China Getting Closer?
China has reacted with predictable anger to this week’s official announcement of the so-called Aukus pact. The details, unveiled on Monday in San Diego,...
Australia’s Former Leader Calls AUKUS Nuclear Submarine Pact ‘Worst Deal in All History’
SYDNEY — Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on his nation’s plan to buy nuclear-powered submarines from the United States to modernize its fleet,...