Indo-Pacific
No China-U.S. talks, NATO in Asia: 5 takeaways from Shangri-La summit
Philippines, Indonesia also make headlines amid growing security concerns
South China Sea
International relations
Australia and Vietnam solidify ties with Albanese visit
Leaders look forward to upgrading bilateral relationship 'as soon as possible'
Defense
Ties with Japan are not all about islands: China's defense minister
In 1st meeting with Hamada, Li Shangfu expresses hope for frank communication
Taiwan tensions
China objects to NATO 'threat' label, says Embassy to Norway
Western defense alliance escalating tensions: statement
US-China tensions
China-U.S. dialogue 'necessity' to avoid misunderstanding: Austin
Defense chief says 'right time to talk is now' after Beijing refuses meeting
South China Sea
Japan, U.S., Philippines reinforce collaboration in marine security
Three nations' coast guards conduct drills with China's marine expansion in mind
The Future of Asia 2023
Mahathir Q&A: Auto industry 'will have to go to hydrogen'
Longtime prime minister talks EVs, Malaysian politics, role of Global South
South China Sea
Malaysia detains Chinese vessel for looting WWII shipwrecks
Cannon shells found are believed to be from British battleships; 32 crew held
International relations
Philippines, U.S., Japan coast guards to hold first joint drills
This week's trilateral maritime exercise to bolster interoperability, Manila says
South China Sea
Philippines uses tourism to advance South China Sea claims
Sights include scenic waters, sandy beaches and 'Welcome to China!' texts
Business Spotlight
Asia's internet cable projects delayed by South China Sea tensions
Telcos and tech giants look to bypass region as Beijing presses territorial claims
Interview
Philippines boosting U.S., Japan security ties: foreign minister
Manila also must balance defense concerns with economic links to China
International relations
ASEAN urges cool heads on South China Sea as summit ends
Indonesia's Jokowi laments 'no significant progress' on Myanmar crisis
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar overshadows ASEAN summit talks on economy, South China Sea
Indonesia and Singapore condemn attack on humanitarian convoy
Asia Insight
Philippines' Marcos muscles up ASEAN's South China Sea posture
China tensions loom over bloc summit as Malaysia asserts gas rights, Vietnam hones defense
South China Sea
Marcos says U.S. use of Philippine bases not for 'offensive action'
President also says U.S. has not asked for troops in case of Taiwan emergency
Defense
U.S. and Philippines to share real-time military intel on China
Defense guidelines unveiled amid growing concerns over Taiwan crisis
International relations
U.S. tells China to stop harassing Philippine ships in South China Sea
State Department says Beijing should 'desist from provocative and unsafe conduct'
South China Sea
U.S., Philippines sink ship in war drills near China-claimed sea
Allies hold largest-ever military exercises as tensions with Beijing simmer
International relations
China and Philippines discuss ties as Manila opens bases to U.S.
Foreign ministers meet as U.S. base access deal stokes Taiwan tensions
