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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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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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indonesia and japan deepen defence ties as tokyo loosens arms export rules

indonesia and japan deepen defence ties as tokyo loosens arms export rules

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In a move that reflects shifting dynamics across the Asia-Pacific, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Shinjiro Koizumi met in Jakarta to advance a new defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening regional security. While both sides confirmed their intent to collaborate more closely, specific details of the agreement have not yet been made public, and there has been […]

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Peace & Prosperity Must Walk Together: Khaled’s Message at ASEAN–China Defence Luncheon

Peace & Prosperity Must Walk Together: Khaled’s Message at ASEAN–China Defence Luncheon

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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivered a powerful and timely reminder during the ASEAN–China Defence Ministers’ Luncheon in Kuala Lumpur — that Southeast Asia’s peace and prosperity are inseparable, and safeguarding them requires collective effort and unwavering cooperation. Hosting the gathering, Khaled emphasised that ASEAN deeply values China’s continuous role in strengthening regional […]

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