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Malaysia and Japan have taken bold steps to strengthen their maritime defense cooperation. The two countries recently agreed to explore more areas of collaboration in this sector. This decision is expected to open the door for closer cooperation in efforts to maintain stability and security in their maritime regions. Maritime defense cooperation between Malaysia and …

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China’s major annual military diplomacy event commenced on Sunday, October 29, despite the absence of its defense minister, who traditionally hosts the occasion. The Beijing Xiangshan Forum serves as a platform for China to advocate President Xi Jinping’s vision for a safer world and strengthen ties with developing nations.  This year, China faces heightened coordination …

China’s Xiangshan Forum: Navigating Military Diplomacy Amidst Leadership Challenges and Global Tensions Read More »

Over the past weekend, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, and the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Hsien Loong, held an important meeting during their 10th “Leaders’ Retreat.” This meeting was conducted discreetly and out of the public eye, highlighting the significance of the relationship between the two nations. During this meeting, they discussed …

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China and the Philippines recently clashed in disputed waters, particularly near the Second Thomas Shoal, part of the Spratly Islands. This maritime confrontation is the latest episode in a series of disputes between the two nations. The Philippines has been supplying troops stationed on a World War II-era transport ship on the shoal, which China’s …

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Arsjad Rasjid, Chair of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) 2023 and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated that Indonesia has successfully escorted the new era of ASEAN countries into a new era of business.  Indonesia is reported to have laid a significant positive and solid foundation for the people to contribute in …

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Leaders from Bangladesh and Indonesia are scheduled to participate in the forthcoming BRICS summit, which comprises five significant emerging economies. This event will take place in Johannesburg, with both Asian nations aiming to enhance their accessibility to development funding. 67 world leaders have been invited to the BRICS summit. which will take place from August …

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The security relationship between Japan and South Korea seems to be undergoing a positive change, creating new optimism in the Asian region. After decades of controversy and tension stemming from World War II history, both countries are now showing signs of closer cooperation in the defense sector. In an effort to address increasingly complex threats, …

Japan and South Korea Rebuilds Post-World War II Relations Read More »

Fumio Kishida, Japanese Prime Minister, on a visit to the tsunami-ravaged Fukushima nuclear facility, stated that the imminent release of treated radioactive effluent into the Pacific Ocean cannot be postponed. He stated that the relocation is safe, but that his administration will do everything possible to protect fishing communities from the potential impact of negative …

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ASEAN’s anniversary which falls on August 8 coincides with the ASEAN declaration. Right on August 8, 1967, five state leaders, namely the Foreign Ministers of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand – sat together in the main hall of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Bangkok, Thailand. ASEAN stands for Association of Southeast …

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