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Philippine supply boat sails during a resupply mission for Filipino troops stationed at a grounded warship in the South China Sea
DISPUTES

Philippines claims China is pressuring it to give up its territorial claims in the South China Sea

China is intensifying its efforts to pressure the Philippines into relinquishing its sovereign rights in the South China Sea, stated Manila’s Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro on Tuesday following discussions with his Australian counterpart in Canberra. This meeting marks the fifth since August 2023 and underscores the strengthening security collaboration between the two nations, both of which have expressed concerns regarding Chinese activities in regions of … Continue reading Philippines claims China is pressuring it to give up its territorial claims in the South China Sea

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto gestures as he attends the annual State of the Nation Address at the parliament building
DISPUTES

Indonesian president initiates U.S. visit with a phone call to Trump prior to meeting with Biden

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto extended his congratulations to Donald Trump following his election victory during a phone call after arriving in Washington for an official visit. This visit includes a scheduled meeting with President Joe Biden on Tuesday. Prabowo, who has expressed his intention to adopt a non-aligned foreign policy, shared a video of his conversation with Trump, which took place after his arrival from … Continue reading Indonesian president initiates U.S. visit with a phone call to Trump prior to meeting with Biden

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DIPLOMACY

Indonesian Defense Minister met with Xi Jinping to formalize several cooperation agreements

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto formalized several cooperation agreements on Saturday, as reported by Chinese state television CCTV. This initiative aims to strengthen partnerships between the two nations in critical sectors. The agreements encompass various topics, such as water conservation, maritime resources, and mining. This development precedes a meeting scheduled for Sunday, where Prabowo will engage with Indonesian officials and … Continue reading Indonesian Defense Minister met with Xi Jinping to formalize several cooperation agreements

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DEFENCE

Indonesia and Russia hold joint military training exercises in Java Sea

Naval forces from Indonesia and Russia commenced their inaugural joint military training exercises in the Java Sea on Monday, according to the Indonesian navy. Analysts interpret this development as a reflection of Indonesia’s openness to establishing relationships with various nations. This collaborative effort aligns with the recent commitment made by Indonesia’s newly inaugurated President Prabowo Subianto to strengthen defense ties with Russia, as part of … Continue reading Indonesia and Russia hold joint military training exercises in Java Sea

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Indonesia expelled a Chinese vessel twice for interfering with an energy survey

A Chinese coast guard ship was expelled from Indonesia‘s waters for the second time this week after initially interfering with a survey conducted by the state energy company Pertamina in the South China Sea, according to Indonesia’s maritime security agency on Thursday. Although Chinese coast guard vessels have frequently been observed in Indonesia’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), these latest incidents occurred shortly after Prabowo Subianto … Continue reading Indonesia expelled a Chinese vessel twice for interfering with an energy survey

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Philippine Coast Guard will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in South China Sea

The Philippine Coast Guard announced on Monday that it will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea, following the return of a Philippine ship after a five-month mission in the area. “We will ensure our presence in these waters,” stated PCG Spokesperson Jay Tarriela during a press briefing. The vessel, Teresa Magbanua, was sent to Sabina … Continue reading Philippine Coast Guard will maintain a continuous presence of vessels in South China Sea

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DIPLOMACY

European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

Spain convened a high-level meeting on Friday with several Muslim and European nations to discuss strategies for ending the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need for a definitive timeline for the international community to implement a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares stated, “We gather to advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and to find a resolution … Continue reading European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

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