US pauses Taiwan arms sale due to Iran war, US Navy secretary says
The US has put a $14bn arms sale to Taiwan on hold, with acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao telling a Senate hearing that the pause is to ensure sufficient weaponry…
Recommendations for Strengthening the Quad’s Strategic Architecture in 2026
As the 2026 Quad Leaders’ Summit convenes in India, the grouping stands at a decisive inflection point. What began two decades ago as a modest humanitarian response has matured into…
ASEAN and APEC Exchange Views on Strengthening Economic Resilience
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today held a pull-aside meeting with the Executive Director of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat, Mr. Eduardo Pedrosa, on the sidelines of the…
China and Europe Redraw the Global Map of Scientific Power
The global competition for scientific talent is quietly becoming one of the defining geopolitical battles of the twenty first century. For decades, the United States stood at the unquestioned centre…
China and Pakistan Mark 75 Years of ‘Iron-Clad’ Diplomatic Relations
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of China-Pakistan diplomatic ties. Over the past 75 years, China-Pakistan relations have stood the test of time and remain rock solid—a shining…
Saudi Arabia to Russia: The Expanding Strategic Belt Around India
A new strategic belt surrounding India Saudi Arabia – Iran – Pakistan – Nepal – Bangladesh – Myanmar – China – Russia Saudi Arabia, Iran, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, China,…
China and Russia warn US Golden Dome poses ‘clear threat’ to stability
China and Russia issued strong warnings over the US Golden Dome missile defence system and military deployments in the region in their latest joint statement, just days after a summit…
Pakistan Vows to Expand Cooperation With China Across All Sectors
Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar in his capacity as Leader of the House, today had the honour to present a resolution before the Senate of…
Russia, China working for peace and general prosperity, says Putin
Moscow and Beijing pursue independent and self-sustained foreign policy and are working together for the sake of peace and general prosperity, Russian President Vladimir Putin said following the results of…
Xi and Putin Reinforce an ‘Unyielding’ Axis as Global Power Centres Shift
When Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to Beijing with military honours, gun salutes and carefully choreographed symbolism, the meeting was about far more than diplomatic ceremony.…