Category: Asia-Pacific
Coverage of geopolitics, international relations, and current affairs from across Asia-Pacific, including China, India, Southeast Asia, and Pacific nations, with a focus on security, trade, and regional diplomacy.
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India and Afghanistan’s Taliban government have announced an expansion of diplomatic engagement — the most significant since the Taliban’s 2021 takeover. Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed that India will restore its embassy in Kabul, elevating relations but stopping short of formally recognising the Taliban administration. Hours before the meeting between Mr Jaishankar and Amir Khan…
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Pakistan and Malaysia have signed six accords to enhance cooperation in education, Halal certification, tourism, small businesses, and anti-corruption, during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to Malaysia at the invitation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. – Pakistan and Malaysia strengthen cooperation Key points:• A $200 million Halal meat export deal will see Malaysia import…
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Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) have signed the Pukpuk Treaty, establishing mutual defence obligations and enhanced military cooperation. The deal allows Australia access to PNG military facilities and troops, while enabling up to 10,000 PNG citizens to serve in the Australian military with potential citizenship options. – Australia and Papua New Guinea sign key…
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President Prabowo Subianto has instructed the Indonesian military to safeguard the country’s natural resources from foreign exploitation. Speaking at the military’s 80th anniversary in Jakarta, Prabowo warned that foreign entities have been “stealing” and “smuggling” Indonesia’s assets. – President Prabowo directs military Key points:• The military will work with law enforcement and government bodies to…
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President Sadyr Japarov announced that the question of reinstating the death penalty for the rape and murder of women and children will be decided through a nationwide referendum. – Kyrgyz president proposes public vote Speaking to state news agency Kabar, Japarov cited a rise in violent crimes against minors and women both domestically and globally.…
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Pakistan’s military has warned that any future confrontation with India could result in “cataclysmic devastation,” following a series of provocative remarks from Indian defence officials. – Pakistan warns The statement came after Indian Army Chief Gen. Upendra Dwivedi warned Islamabad to stop “supporting terrorism,” while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh cautioned that any “misadventure” in the…
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Sanae Takaichi, former economic security minister, has been elected leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The 64-year-old defeated Shinjiro Koizumi, son of former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, in a run-off vote after no candidate secured a majority in the first round. – Sanae Takaichi elected LDP leader A parliamentary vote on 15 October…
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Myanmar’s military has regained control of Kyaukme, a key district capital in Shan State, over a year after it was captured by the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), state media reported. The town lies about 115 km northeast of Mandalay and is a strategic trade hub linking central Myanmar to China. – Myanmar army retakes strategic…
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Papua New Guinea (PNG) has approved the Pukpuk Treaty, a landmark mutual defence agreement with Australia. – Papua New Guinea approves mutual defence treaty Prime Minister James Marape confirmed cabinet approval, describing the deal as reflecting “trust, history, and a shared future.” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the move, saying it would establish a…
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Outside a Tokyo station, Sohei Kamiya, leader of the nationalist Sanseito Party, rallied supporters with calls for a “Japanese First” agenda. Critics accused him of racism, but Kamiya argued he was defending national interests. – Japan debates immigration Sanseito gained momentum in Japan’s July 2024 election, advancing its anti-globalist, anti-immigration and anti-liberal platform. The debate…
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