Partnerships
-
Philippines, Allies launch Sama Sama naval drills as regional tensions simmer
Reuters The Armed Forces of the Philippines and five other countries participated in joint naval exercises off the coast of the Philippines’ northern Luzon island facing Taiwan in a display…
Read More -
India-Philippines defense talks focus on coproduction, maritime security
Mandeep Singh India and the Philippines further solidified their defense relationship during the fifth Joint Defense Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in Manila in September 2024. Co-chaired by Indian Defence Secretary…
Read More -
Indonesia-Vietnam meetings signal enhanced defense, regional security cooperation
Tom Abke Indonesian Defense Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to Vietnam marked a significant step in strengthening defense ties between the two Southeast Asian nations as they prepare…
Read More -
Japan, South Korea, U.S. move to formalize trilateral partnership
Sentry Staff Japan, South Korea and the United States have agreed to finalize establishment of a trilateral cooperation secretariat — formally institutionalizing the nations’ collaboration and providing continuity as Japan…
Read More -
Military leaders, civilian defense authorities meet to enhance Indo-Pacific security, stability
FORUM Staff Defense leaders from 28 countries and multinational organizations met in Hawaii in September 2024 to discuss Indo-Pacific security concerns. The annual Chiefs of Defense (CHOD) conference drew upon…
Read More -
Quad leaders to expand maritime security cooperation in face of PRC aggression
FORUM Staff Australia, India, Japan and the United States will launch joint Coast Guard patrols in the Indo-Pacific in 2025. The enhanced security cooperation will improve interoperability and boost maritime…
Read More -
Allies, Partners conduct joint naval exercises in South China Sea for Free and Open Indo-Pacific
Reuters The armed forces of five Allies and Partners conducted joint maritime exercises in a portion of the South China Sea in late September. New Zealand joined for the first…
Read More -
Canada, South Korea expand defense industry collaboration, eye joint security initiatives
Felix Kim Canada and South Korea are advancing defense cooperation in line with their comprehensive strategic partnership and shared security concerns in the Indo-Pacific. During his September 2024 visit to…
Read More -
Japan’s defense posture evolution draws growing public support
Thisanka Siripala As Japan’s defense posture evolves in response to regional security challenges, including through a reshaping of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) and the addition of counterstrike capabilities, public…
Read More -
Indonesia, U.S. expand cooperation with focus on maritime security, military modernization
Gusty Da Costa As Indonesia and the United States celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, their defense cooperation is growing stronger, reflecting their commitment to regional stability and mutual security…
Read More