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Asia-Pacific security
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asiaone.comworld46 days ago
Hegseth Calls on Asia-Pacific Nations to Raise Defense Spending to 3.5% of GDP at Shangri-La Dialogue
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Shangri-La Dialogue that U.S. partners demonstrating higher spending would receive expedited arms sales and expanded intelligence sharing. Several regional ministers noted economic constraints that make the target difficult to meet.
thehindu.comfinance46 days ago
Defense Officials Discuss Spending, China, Ukraine Lessons at Singapore Forum
Senior defense officials and military leaders met in Singapore from May 29 to 31 for the annual IISS Shangri-La Dialogue. Discussions focused on rising defense budgets, China's regional posture, and military lessons from the Ukraine conflict.
Al Jazeeraworld46 days agoUpdated
Japan Ends Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports
Japan's defence minister addressed regional security concerns at the Shangri-La Dialogue. He highlighted China's military expansion and called for allied unity. Chinese delegates responded with criticism of Japan's historical record.
South China Morning Postworld51 days ago
China Sends Working-Level PLA Delegation to Shangri-La Dialogue
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun is expected to skip the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore for the second consecutive year. A lower-level PLA delegation will attend the 23rd edition of the forum instead.
South China Morning Postpolitics62 days ago
Xi and Trump Hold Summit in Beijing Amid Deepening US-China Rivalry
President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump met in Beijing on Thursday and agreed on a new vision for a constructive bilateral relationship of strategic stability. Xi stated that building stability is the overriding priority with competition remaining controlled. Chinese a…
Rapplerworld64 days ago
Google Reports First Observed Zero-Day Exploit Developed With AI Assistance
Google’s Threat Intelligence Group disclosed on May 12, 2026 that a threat actor used an AI model to discover and weaponize a vulnerability allowing bypass of two-factor authentication. The finding coincides with a Fortinet survey showing 57% of Philippine cybersecurity leaders n…
Defense Newsworld73 days ago
Seven Nations Participate in Balikatan 2026 Military Exercise in Philippines
U.S. Army Pacific Commander Gen. Ronald Clark emphasized deterrence during Exercise Balikatan 2026, the largest in the series with troops from seven countries. The drill, held from April 20 to May 8, focused on large-scale combat and territorial defense. Clark highlighted partner…
South China Morning Postpolitics74 days ago
Japan's Prime Minister Visits Australia to Enhance Economic and Security Ties
Japan's prime minister is scheduled to arrive in Australia for a three-day visit focused on defense, critical minerals, and economic security. The trip aims to build on regional strategies amid concerns over the Asia-Pacific security environment. Joint military exercises and tech…