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Philippines fortifies cyber defense, partnering with Japan, U.S. and others
FORUM Staff Across the Philippines’ Armed Forces, government agencies and civil society, organizations are strengthening the nation’s cybersecurity capabilities and resilience. The initiatives combine with multinational cooperation to ensure regional…
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Myanmar’s military rulers impose wide-ranging online censorship
The Associated Press Myanmar’s military rulers, notorious for cracking down on free speech, have enacted a cybersecurity law that imposes extensive restrictions on the flow of information, a state-run newspaper…
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PRC OKs massive hydropower dam across Himalayan gorge
FORUM Staff The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has approved plans for what would be the world’s largest hydropower dam on the lower Yarlung Tsangpo River despite concern that it…
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Report: PRC cyberattacks against Taiwan ‘increasingly severe’ in 2024
Reuters Cyberattacks on Taiwan government departments doubled in 2024 from the previous year to an average of 2.4 million a day, the self-governed island’s National Security Bureau said, with most…
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‘Komcad’ reserve force augments Indonesia’s military capabilities
Gusty Da Costa A reserve unit is helping the Indonesian National Armed Forces’ (TNI) active-duty troops address conventional and unconventional threats. The Komponen Cadangan, or “Komcad,” launched in 2021. The…
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Blue Pacific group oversees regional disaster recovery, humanitarian efforts
FORUM Staff In a sprawling Pacific Ocean region prone to natural disasters, a new multinational response team is streamlining recovery assistance to island nations and territories. Australia’s influential role, meanwhile,…
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Japan Cabinet OKs record defense budget as nation enhances counterstrike capabilities
The Associated Press The Japanese Cabinet approved a record $55 billion defense budget for 2025 as Japan enhances its counterstrike proficiency with long-range cruise missiles and begins deploying Tomahawk missiles…
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Philippines seeks to acquire missile system, defends deployment of U.S. system
Reuters The Philippines’ top defense official said the nation plans to acquire a medium-range missile system, while defending Manila’s April 2024 deployment of a United States missile system amid escalating…
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Weapons expo helps Vietnam boost domestic defense industry, reduce reliance on Russian arms
Reuters Vietnam showcased locally made weapons at an international defense fair in Hanoi as it seeks to boost its arms industry and lessen its reliance on Russian military equipment. Top…
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Beijing’s rising cyberattacks underscore importance of global cooperation
U.S. Army 8th Theater Sustainment Command, National Security Law Team People’s Republic of China (PRC) cyberattacks increasingly have drawn the attention of global governments, security experts and businesses. Among these…
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