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Philippines implements ban on offshore gambling, targeting Chinese-run operationsPhilippines implements ban on offshore gambling, targeting Chinese-run operations

Philippines implements ban on offshore gambling, targeting Chinese-run operations

The Philippines has taken decisive action to ban Philippines Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), a move primarily aimed at an industry…

10 months ago
Japan, Philippines ink defence pact, amid China’s aggressionJapan, Philippines ink defence pact, amid China’s aggression

Japan, Philippines ink defence pact, amid China’s aggression

Japan and the Philippines on Monday signed a bilateral defence agreement to facilitate joint exercises for closer security cooperation, amid…

10 months ago
“Aloha Hawai!”: Navy Ship INS Shivalik reaches Pearl Harbour to participate in ‘Exercise RIMPAC 2024’“Aloha Hawai!”: Navy Ship INS Shivalik reaches Pearl Harbour to participate in ‘Exercise RIMPAC 2024’

“Aloha Hawai!”: Navy Ship INS Shivalik reaches Pearl Harbour to participate in ‘Exercise RIMPAC 2024’

Indian multi-role stealth frigate INS Shivalik, mission deployed in the South China Sea and North Pacific Ocean, has reached Pearl…

10 months ago
Won’t get intimidated: Philippines President on growing Chinese aggression in South China SeaWon’t get intimidated: Philippines President on growing Chinese aggression in South China Sea

Won’t get intimidated: Philippines President on growing Chinese aggression in South China Sea

Amid China's growing aggression, Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has said that the nation would not be intimidated by Beijing's…

11 months ago
Philippines says Chinese coast guards ‘acting like pirates’ in South China SeaPhilippines says Chinese coast guards ‘acting like pirates’ in South China Sea

Philippines says Chinese coast guards ‘acting like pirates’ in South China Sea

The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Philippines, General Romeo Brawner ticked off China over repeated confrontations between the…

11 months ago
As part of South China Sea deployment, INS Kiltan arrives in BruneiAs part of South China Sea deployment, INS Kiltan arrives in Brunei

As part of South China Sea deployment, INS Kiltan arrives in Brunei

Indian Naval Ship Kiltan arrived at Muara, Brunei and was accorded a warm welcome by the Royal Brunei Navy. The…

11 months ago
Indian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China SeaIndian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China Sea

Indian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China Sea

Indian Navy ships INS Delhi, INS Shakti and INS Kiltan completed their visit to Manila, Philippines as part of the…

12 months ago
China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea, analysts see it ‘risky for environment’China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea, analysts see it ‘risky for environment’

China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea, analysts see it ‘risky for environment’

The US military warned that China is moving forward with developing floating nuclear reactors in the South China Sea to…

12 months ago
Philippines calls for expulsion of Beijing’s diplomats as South China Sea row worsensPhilippines calls for expulsion of Beijing’s diplomats as South China Sea row worsens

Philippines calls for expulsion of Beijing’s diplomats as South China Sea row worsens

The Philippines' national security adviser on Friday called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leaked telephonic conversation…

12 months ago
Three Indian naval ships arrive in Singapore as part of Eastern Fleet deployment to South China SeaThree Indian naval ships arrive in Singapore as part of Eastern Fleet deployment to South China Sea

Three Indian naval ships arrive in Singapore as part of Eastern Fleet deployment to South China Sea

Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan led by Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet arrived at…

12 months ago
Philippines warns China of undermining regional peace in South China Sea, West Philippine SeaPhilippines warns China of undermining regional peace in South China Sea, West Philippine Sea

Philippines warns China of undermining regional peace in South China Sea, West Philippine Sea

Following the strong opposition from China over the recently held trilateral summit between Japan, US and the Philippines, Manila warned…

1 year ago
Protesters In Philippines Protest Against Chinese Aggression In South China SeaProtesters In Philippines Protest Against Chinese Aggression In South China Sea

Protesters In Philippines Protest Against Chinese Aggression In South China Sea

Protesters in Manila trampled on an effigy of Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday as they condemned China’s “aggression” against…

1 year ago
India comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China SeaIndia comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China Sea

India comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China Sea

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that India firmly supports the Philippines for upholding its national sovereignty after…

1 year ago
After string of military exercises with western powers, is Indonesia standing up to China like never before?After string of military exercises with western powers, is Indonesia standing up to China like never before?

After string of military exercises with western powers, is Indonesia standing up to China like never before?

In a first, Australia has deployed its F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter aircraft to Indonesia as part of Exercise…

2 years ago
Before heading to India, Australian PM raises human rights issues in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong with Chinese Premier in JakartaBefore heading to India, Australian PM raises human rights issues in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong with Chinese Premier in Jakarta

Before heading to India, Australian PM raises human rights issues in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong with Chinese Premier in Jakarta

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese raised the human rights issues in Tibet, Xinjiang and Hong Kong during his meeting with…

2 years ago

PM Modi’s visit to Indonesia showcases outreach to ASEAN amid China’s belligerence in region

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to travel to Indonesia just ahead of next week's significant G20 Leaders' Summit in New…

2 years ago

Watch: Indian Navy Chief hands over missile corvette to Vietnam at Cam Ranh Bay

India's indigenously built in-service missile corvette INS Kirpan was decommissioned and handed over to Vietnam People's Navy in an impressive…

2 years ago

India set to handover missile corvette at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam’s legendary port in South China Sea

After having completed 32 years of glorious service to the Indian Navy, Indian Naval Ship Kirpan - the indigenously-built, 1350-tonne…

2 years ago

After high-speed boats, India gifts missile corvette to bolster Vietnam’s combat power in South China Sea

India on Monday announced the gifting of indigenously-built in-service Missile Corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam, thus further enhancing the capabilities…

2 years ago

Tokyo to New Delhi, US Defence Secretary begins massive exercise with like-minded partners to stand up to China

After signing a new Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) with Papua New Guinea (PNG) and strengthening its presence at strategic locations…

2 years ago

Wary of China, Vietnam bonds with India in Indo-Pacific waters

Signalling its desire to have a less intertwined future with China, Vietnam has vowed to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership…

2 years ago