Japan Answers China’s “Debt Trap” Diplomacy With Benevolent “No Risk” Aid As It Looks To Woo Central Asia
In response to China’s growing influence in Central Asia, Japan has begun to bolster its presence in the region. This could strengthen the balance of
Russia’s FAB-3000 Glide Bomb – The ‘Big Joke’ Turns Into A ‘Big Headache’ For Ukrainian Military & NATO
The Russian Ministry of Defence announced in March that Russia had started mass production of three-tonne FAB-3000 high-explosive aviation bombs. “[Russian Defense Minister] Sergei Shoigu
Australia and Japan should consider a security division-of-labour in the Pacific
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong will represent Australia at the 10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting (PALM10) in Tokyo this week. Wong should use the opportunity
Chinese soldiers gear up for winter warfare
China is putting great effort into developing its soldiers’ ability to operate in high-altitude and cold environments, increasing its military capacity relative to India. Skills
Pakistani Government Seeking Ban on Imran Khan’s Party
The Pakistani government has announced that it plans to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, and to file sedition
Russia-Ukraine War Provides New Opportunities For North Korea’s Tank Industry
Russia’s tank shortages could see North Korea emerge as a supplier of armor to the country – and beyond. Following the visit of Russian President
Has Bangladesh Lost Its Footing in the China-India Balancing Act?
Was a tilt toward India to blame for Sheikh Hasina’s lackluster visit to China? Or is Beijing simply reading the economic tea leaves? Bangladeshi Prime
North Korea’s envoy defected to South Korea, reports say
Senior North Korean diplomat Ri Il Kyu was in Cuba before he reportedly defected to South Korea with his family last year. He is the
Oman: 6 killed after shooting near mosque, police say
The US embassy in Oman has issued a warning to American citizens to steer clear of the area where the shooting took place. The incident
India: 4 soldiers killed in Kashmir militant fighting
The shooting incident took place in the Hindu-dominated part of Kashmir. Officials say militants have made a “tactical shift” and moved operations to the region