United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed his willingness to hold discussions with senior officials from Russia and China during his visit to the Philippines, signaling Washington’s continued commitment to diplomatic engagement despite ongoing geopolitical disagreements. Rubio’s remarks come at a time when global tensions remain high over issues ranging from the war...
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India-Indonesia Strategic Partnership Set for Major Boost as PM Modi’s Visit Advances Defence and Maritime Cooperation
India and Indonesia are preparing to elevate their strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a high-profile visit expected to deliver significant breakthroughs in defence cooperation, maritime security, and regional connectivity. The visit comes at a time when both nations are seeking to strengthen collaboration in the Indo-Pacific amid evolving geopolitical challenges and...
PM Modi Receives Ceremonial Welcome in Jakarta, India and Indonesia Set to Deepen Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta to a warm and ceremonial reception as India and Indonesia prepared for high-level bilateral discussions aimed at strengthening their long-standing strategic partnership. The visit marks another significant milestone in India’s engagement with Southeast Asia and reflects New Delhi’s growing focus on expanding cooperation across the Indo-Pacific region. The...
Quad Foreign Ministers to Convene in Philippines as Indo-Pacific Cooperation Gains Momentum, Says US Envoy Sergio Gor
A significant diplomatic engagement among the members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is expected to take place in the Philippines within the coming weeks, according to United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. The announcement underscores the growing importance of strategic cooperation among the four Quad nations—India, the United States, Japan, and Australia—as they...
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong Begins Three-Day India Visit to Boost Strategic Ties
New Delhi: Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong begins a three-day official visit to India on Tuesday, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The visit holds special significance as India and Singapore celebrate the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. During the visit, both sides are expected to sign multiple agreements covering sectors...
Cambodia & Thailand agree to “immediate, unconditional ceasefire” after fatal clashes along their border
Putrajaya: Cambodia and Thailand have reached an agreement for an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” effective at midnight local time (12 p.m. Monday), as stated by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday. This announcement follows several days of violent clashes along the disputed border between the two Southeast Asian nations, according to Malaysia’s state media....
Death toll rises in Thai-Cambodian clashes despite ceasefire call
Thailand and Cambodia engaged in conflict for a third consecutive day on Saturday, with the death toll from their most violent clashes in years rising to 33, prompting Phnom Penh to demand an “immediate ceasefire”. A longstanding border dispute escalated into severe hostilities involving aircraft, artillery, tanks, and ground forces on Thursday, leading the UN...






