Indo Pacific Security News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Japan's Diplomatic Bluebook 2025 highlights security threat posed by China
Taipei, April 10: Japan has highlighted the growing security threat posed by China, noting Beijing's attempts to unilaterally change the "status quo" around the East and South China Seas by force.
US Deputy National Security Adviser holds telephone meeting with Muhammad Yunus's aide
Dhaka, April 3: US Deputy National Security Advisor Alex N Wong held a telephone conversation Wednesday evening with the Bangladesh Chief Adviser's High Representative Dr Khalilur Rahman, Chief Adviser's Press Wing said in a statement.
US to strengthen military ties with Philippines to counter China's aggression in Indo-Pacific
Manila, March 29: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, during his visit to Manila, said that the United States will strengthen its military partnership with the Philippines to "reinforce deterrence" against "China's aggression" in the Indo-Pacific region, as reported by CNN News.
Philippines, US, Japan hold joint military drills in disputed South China Sea
Manila, March 29: The Philippines, Japan, and the United States conducted a multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone, demonstrating a collective commitment to strengthen regional and international cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
India, US discuss trade, defence
Washington, March 29: India and the US, on Friday, discussed trade just days ahead of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs system kicks into effect.
A shared commitment: India and US reaffirm strengthening of strategic partnership
New Delhi, March 28: India and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership during high-level bilateral engagements in Washington, DC, as stated in a release by the Ministry of External Affairs.
India-France naval exercise 'Varuna 2025' strengths maritime cooperation in Indo-Pacific
Panaji, March 24: The Indian and French Navies conducted the bilateral naval exercise Varuna 2025 from March 19 to 22, reinforcing their strategic partnership and commitment to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.
French Carrier Strike Group joins Indian Navy for Varuna Exercise
Goa, March 20: The French Carrier Strike Group (CSG), led by the aircraft carrier FNS Charles de Gaulle and accompanied by its air fleet and escort vessels, is currently engaged in the bilateral Varuna exercise with the Indian Navy from March 19 to 22, 2025.
Japan considering deploying long-range missiles on Kyushu island
Tokyo, March 16: Japan is assessing the deployment of long-range missiles on the southwestern island of Kyushu aimed at bolstering the security of the country's southwestern Nansei island chain.
Trump ambassador nominee to Japan says Tokyo will have to pay more to host US forces
Tokyo March 14: United States President Donald Trump's nominee for the country's next Ambassador to Tokyo, George Glass, has said that Washington will "undoubtedly" need to press Japan to contribute more money to host the US forces in the region.
Australia's Chief of Defence Force hosts CDS General Chauhan, expresses commitment to working with India on enhancing interoperability
Canberra, March 6: Australia's Chief of the Defence Force, Admiral David Johnston AC RAN hosted Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan in Canberra on Wednesday. Admiral David Johnston AC Ran welcomed General Chauhan to Australia and expressed Australia's commitment to working closely with India on enhancing interoperability, strengthening people-to-people ties and further cooperation with key partners to promote regional stability and security.
Threat from China looming, Japan and Philippines begin strategic dialogue
Manila, Feb 24: Japan and the Philippines on Monday agreed to establish a strategic dialogue between the defence forces of both nations taking into account the rising security threats from China in the Indo-Pacific region.
Taiwan Vice President highlights Taiwan's efforts to strengthen defences against China
Taipei, February 24: Taiwanese Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim underscored Taiwan's efforts to bolster its defences against China, Taiwan News reported. She made these remarks during her address at the Halifax International Security Forum in Taipei on Friday.
Taiwan says committed to defending itself amid rising threats from China
Taipei, Feb 22: While speaking at the closing ceremony of Halifax International Security Forum 2025 in Taiwan's capital, Taipei, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim emphasised the nation's commitment to defend itself and urged its allies and like-minded partners to uphold global peace and prosperity.
FM Cho discusses bilateral cooperation with British, Australian counterparts
Seoul, Feb 21: South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul has held talks with his British and Australian counterparts and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties with both countries, his ministry said Friday.
Top South Korean expert calls for creation of Asian NATO to enhance regional peace
Seoul, Feb 18: Chung Mong-Joon, founder and honorary chair of the Asian Institute for Policy Studies and former politician in South Korea, has advocated for an Asian NATO, also suggesting redeploying tactical nuclear weapons in South Korea to enhance regional peace and security.
Taiwan's Foreign Minister appreciates counterparts from US, Japan and South Korea for Taiwan's int'l participation
Taipei, February 17: Taiwan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung has appreciated his US counterpart Marco Rubio, Japanese counterpart Iwaya Takeshi and South Korean counterpart Cho Tae-yul for supporting peace, stability and Taiwan's international participation. Lin Chia-lung expressed Taiwan's willingness to working with partners to uphold regional security and called the security of Taiwan Strait a "global consensus"
US, Japan, South Korea discuss security scenarios in Indo-Pacific and North Korea
Munich, Feb 16: Security scenarios in the Indo-Pacific and North Korea were discussed by the United States, Japan, and South Korea on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2025.
US Space Force to strengthen presence in Japan amidst growing threats in Indo-Pacific
Tokyo, Feb 15: The US Space Force is working on strengthening its unit in Japan to counter the evolving threats coming from the Indo-Pacific region in the wake of China and Russia developing space capabilities and North Korea conducting ballistic missile tests.
India, US announces ASIA initiative for underwater domain awareness
New Delhi, February 14: India and the US have unveiled a new initiative for their defence cooperation, the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA), aimed at scaling industry partnerships and enhancing production of autonomous systems which will foster next generation defence and technological collaboration, specifically in the field of underwater domain awareness.
Quad nations commit to strengthen regional maritime, supply chain security in Indo-Pacific
New Delhi, January 22: The Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States Secretary of State on Tuesday emphasized the Quad alliance's commitment to boosting regional maritime, economic, technology, and supply chain security in the Indo-Pacific.
Quad Foreign Ministers re-commit to security goals in Trump 2.0
Washington, Jan 22: The Quad Foreign Ministers on Tuesday reiterated their commitment to "strengthening regional maritime, economic, and technology security" in a joint statement issued after the first meeting of the grouping in US President Donald Trump's second term.
US reaffirms commitment to Taiwan's self-defence, provides first-ever Foreign Military Financing
Taipei, January 12: The United States has reaffirmed its support for Taiwan's self-defence capabilities, by providing significant security assistance, including the first-ever use of Foreign Military Financing (FMF) and Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) for Taiwan.
North Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US talks with South Korea and Japan
Tokyo, January 6: North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan, the Kyodo news citing the South Korean military reported.