The Philippines and Vietnam have recently taken significant steps to expand their cooperation in the South China Sea, despite ongoing territorial disputes with Beijing. In a bid to avoid potential incidents and promote stability in the region, the two countries have signed agreements to enhance cooperation between their coast guards. Both the Philippines and Vietnam…
The recent attacks on civilian ships in the Red Sea have had far-reaching consequences for global trade and have raised concerns about the possibility of a wider regional conflict. As one of the world’s largest trading nations, China’s response to the crisis has been closely watched. China has publicly called for an end to the…
Washington now finds itself facing a dilemma. President Joe Biden has promised a strong response to Sunday’s deadly attack on a US military base in Jordan. However, the challenge for the US lies in finding the right balance between deterrence and escalation. The consequences of the US response are crucial. Failing to act decisively risks…
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his willingness to strengthen the relationship between China and France, following French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to India. During Macron’s visit, the two countries unveiled a defense roadmap and intensified cooperation in the Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific region. In his message, President Xi emphasized the importance of bilateral…
Eight countries have decided to pause future funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) following allegations that some of its workers participated in the October 7 attack on Israel. The UNRWA plays a crucial role in providing humanitarian aid to Gaza, which has been heavily…
The United Kingdom has submitted satellite photographs of North Korean cargo shipments to Russia to a panel of United Nations (UN) experts. This move is part of an effort to initiate an official investigation into potential arms deals that violate international sanctions. The allegations suggest that North Korea has been supplying ballistic missiles and hundreds…
Recently, tensions between Iran and Pakistan have escalated as both countries engaged in cross-border strikes near Koh-e-Sabz and Saravan. These strikes were aimed at targeting armed non-state actors, with Pakistan targeting Jaish al-Adl in Iran and Iran targeting the Balochistan Liberation Army and the Balochistan Liberation Front in Pakistan. The situation raises concerns about the…
South Korea began its two-year tenure as a rotating member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Monday. While Seoul aims to address North Korea’s weapons programs and human rights issues during its time on the council, there are concerns about potential complications that may arise. With inter-Korean relations deteriorating and South Korea reducing…
In a concerning escalation of tensions, North Korea fired over 200 artillery shells towards South Korea’s border island of Yeonpyeong. The incident has prompted South Korea to order the evacuation of the island’s residents and raise concerns about the stability of the region. The shells were fired from North Korea’s mainland, with reports suggesting that…
In his annual New Year’s Eve address, Chinese President Xi Jinping restated his position on Taiwan, emphasizing that it would “surely be reunified” with China. The issue of Taiwan has long been a contentious one, with both China and Taiwan holding different perspectives on its status and future. China considers Taiwan as an integral part…
