Philippines Strengthens Maritime Presence with New Coast Guard Command on Thitu Island

Philippines Strengthens Maritime Presence with New Coast Guard Command on Thitu Island

In a significant move amid rising tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines has officially established a new coast guard command centre on Pagasa Island, marking its first dedicated operational hub within the contested Spratly Islands. Previously managed from Palawan, the newly formed district will now directly oversee a vast maritime area spanning approximately […]

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To Lam Moves to Consolidate Power as Vietnam’s Communist Party Congress Begins

To Lam Moves to Consolidate Power as Vietnam’s Communist Party Congress Begins

Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party convened on Monday for its highly anticipated twice-a-decade congress, a pivotal political gathering that could reshape the country’s leadership for years to come. At the center of attention is General Secretary To Lam, who is reportedly positioning himself to consolidate authority by holding both the party’s top post and the presidency. […]

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