Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has highlighted that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is demonstrating strong unity and the ability to respond collectively as global uncertainty continues to rise, particularly due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Speaking in his role as ASEAN chair during a regional summit, Marcos emphasized that the […]
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Iran said on Tuesday that the United States no longer has the power to “dictate” its wishes to other countries, as Washington considers a new proposal from Tehran aimed at easing the crisis around the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway has been effectively closed off by Iran since the early stages of the war […]
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A powerful undersea earthquake has triggered growing concern across northern Japan, as the first tsunami wave has now reached the coast. According to reports from NHK, a tsunami wave measuring approximately 40 cm (15.7 inches) struck the shores of Iwate Prefecture earlier today. While relatively small, authorities warn that this could be only the beginning, […]
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A fresh report released on April 7 by the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute through its ASEAN Studies Centre has revealed a significant shift in Southeast Asia’s geopolitical outlook. The findings highlight that China has once again emerged as the region’s preferred superpower, overtaking the United States for the second time in three years. According […]
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In response to rising global tensions and evolving security threats, the United Kingdom, Finland, and the Netherlands are taking a collaborative step forward. The three nations are actively exploring a plan to jointly finance and procure weapons, ammunition, and military equipment, signaling a shift toward stronger, more unified defence strategies. With ongoing conflicts such as […]
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