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Where Is China? Absence of Top Officials Sparks Questions at Asia’s Biggest Defence Summit

Where Is China? Absence of Top Officials Sparks Questions at Asia’s Biggest Defence Summit

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As delegates, defence leaders, and security experts gathered in Singapore for the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, one question echoed throughout the venue: Where is China? The Shangri-La Dialogue is widely regarded as Asia’s most influential defence and security forum. Traditionally, China has used this platform to communicate its military outlook, regional priorities, and position on major […]

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China Rejects Japan-Philippines Maritime Border Negotiations, Calls Talks “Illegal and Invalid”

China Rejects Japan-Philippines Maritime Border Negotiations, Calls Talks “Illegal and Invalid”

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China has voiced strong opposition to the recent decision by Japan and the Philippines to begin formal maritime boundary negotiations, describing the planned discussions as “illegal and invalid” while reaffirming its own claims over the disputed waters. The announcement came after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during an […]

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US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

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A new report has raised growing concerns about the United States military’s ability to quickly rebuild critical weapons stockpiles after the recent Iran conflict, warning that it could take several years before inventories return to safe levels. According to an analysis released by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the US could need […]

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Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

Indonesia clarifies no agreement made on US military airspace access

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Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has denied claims that Indonesia granted unrestricted airspace access to the United States military after signing a letter of intent with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth last month. Speaking during a parliamentary hearing on Tuesday, Sjafrie explained that the document signed in Washington only outlined general principles of cooperation and […]

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