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Security
India and US Vow to Boost Defense, Trade Ties
By Associated Press
They called for more collaboration in funding innovative research in semiconductor manufacturing, clean energy, and machine learning, and discussed possible co-production of land warfare systems.
Myanmar’s Conflict Reaches the Doorstep of Bangladesh’s Saint Martin’s Island
By Saqlain Rizve
Boat transportation to the island has been suspended following gunfire from Myanmar, once again dragging Dhaka into its neighbor's civil war.
China, Philippines Trade Blame for Ship Collision in South China Sea
By Simina Mistreanu and Jim Gomez
Once again, Chinese and Philippine vessels collided during an attempted resupply to Filipino troops at Second Thomas Shoal.
Zelenskyy Calls Out China in Russia’s War on Ukraine
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Yurii Poita.
Taiwan’s Coast Guard Under Fire After Chinese National Rides a Speedboat to New Taipei
By Brian Hioe
A former PLAN officer, surnamed Ruan, reportedly wanted to defect to Taiwan, but the incident has raised concerns about Taiwan's coastal defense.
Philippine DOH Wants Answers on US ‘Anti-Vax’ Influence Campaign
By Sebastian Strangio
According to a Reuters investigation, the Pentagon used social media accounts to sow doubt about China's Sinovac vaccine.
Myanmar Armed Group Calls for Evacuation as It Approaches Border Town
By Sebastian Strangio
The Arakan Army has called for the mostly Rohingya residents of Maungdaw to leave, a month after it was accused of mass arson attacks in a neighboring township.
How Venezuela’s Threats Are Restructuring China-Guyana Relations
By Henry Ziemer
The Essequibo dispute showcases the two sides of China’s engagement with Latin America and the Caribbean. Now Beijing is finding it hard to stay in the middle.
Germany’s Defense Engagement in the Indo-Pacific Is a Balancing Act
By Christina Keßler
Like the 2021 edition, Germany's 2024 Indo-Pacific Deployment will signal Berlin's commitment to the region – and the limits of its presence.
Japan’s Rush to Play Cyber Defense Catchup
By Thisanka Siripala
The Japanese government plans to introduce “preemptive” cyber defense as Japanese companies face successive cyber attacks.
Central Sulawesi and Central Java Continue to be JI Strongholds
By Adlini Ilma Ghaisany Sjah
Jemaah Islamiyah remains the most active terrorist organization in Indonesia, even as its priority has shifted to preaching rather than conducting direct attacks.
Turkish Naval Corvette TCG Kinaliada Visits Japan to Commemorate 100 Years of Diplomatic Ties
By Takahashi Kosuke
The Turkish warship’s visit also marks the 134th anniversary of the tragic voyage of the Ottoman frigate Ertuğrul, which sank off the coast of Japan in 1890.