Chinese heliport in Tibet. Planet Labs

China’s Construction of New Heliport Near Indian Border Heightens Tensions in Tibet

Recent satellite images have revealed that China has built a new heliport in Tibet, just 20 kilometers (12 miles) from its disputed border with India, in the Nyingchi region of Tibet’s Zayul county. Experts believe that the rapid development of...
South Korea-Philippines

South Korea-Philippines Eye Visiting Forces Agreement Amid Growing Regional Tensions

Amid increasing Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region, South Korea may be considering a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with its trusted partner, the Philippines. This potential defense cooperation comes at a critical time for both nations as they work to...
Xi’an H-6 Bomber

China’s Xi’an H-6 Bomber: An Aging Warrior Transformed into a Missile Truck

China’s Xi’an H-6 bomber, originally considered a relic of the Cold War era, has been making headlines recently for its activities in the East and South China Seas. Despite its aging platform, the H-6 has undergone significant modernization to become...
Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election: A Referendum on IMF-Backed Austerity Amidst Ongoing Economic Turmoil

On Saturday, Sri Lanka will head to the polls to elect its next president in what is widely seen as a referendum on the government's response to the island nation’s unprecedented economic crisis. The vote comes at a time when...
Hong Kong

Hong Kong Man Jailed for 14 Months Under Sedition Law for Wearing Protest Slogan T-shirt

A Hong Kong man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison after pleading guilty to sedition for wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with a protest slogan. This is the first case of its kind under a new local law passed...
Vote

Southeast Asia’s Democratic Dream Deferred: A Decade of False Hope

A decade ago, Southeast Asia seemed poised for democratic transformation, led by three influential figures who were hailed as champions of change: Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi, Cambodia’s Sam Rainsy, and Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim. Their ascent gave rise to optimism...
Military Operations

Escalating Military Dynamics in Indo-Pacific: United States, China, and Taiwan

The Indo-Pacific region has become a focal point of military tensions, marked by an increase in military exercises by both China and the United States. According to a recent Taiwanese estimate, China spent approximately $15 billion in 2023, which is...
India-China Border Conflict

China’s Strategic Construction of Helipads Near Indian Border

China has intensified its military infrastructure near the Indian border by constructing nearly a dozen helipads close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC). According to Indian media, these helipads are part of a strategic effort by the Chinese military...
U.S. Typhon Missiles

South China Sea Disputes: Philippines Looks to U.S. Typhon Missiles for Enhanced Strategic Deterrence

The Philippines is taking significant steps to strengthen its defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. As part of its broader strategy to bolster external defense, the country is pursuing the acquisition of the US-made Typhon...
U.S. Navy

U.S. Naval Repair Operations Expand To Asia: Hanwha And Shipyards In India, South Korea, And Japan To Take Lead

The United States, seeking to rejuvenate its ailing shipbuilding industry, has turned to its Asian allies for support. A significant step in this direction is the recent contract awarded to Hanwha Ocean, a major player in South Korea's shipbuilding sector,...
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