Tag: ASEAN

  • ASEAN nations sign accord

    The 10th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Joint Declaration laid out the ASEAN countries’ commitment to promoting regional peace and security.   ASEAN defence ministers sign joint declaration on combating terrorism […]

  • Joint patrol progress

    Slow progress in patrols. Indonesia considering South China Sea patrols with Malaysia, Philippines: Military chief By Saifulbahri Ismail JAKARTA: Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines may conduct joint patrols in parts […]

  • ASEAN marsec concerns

    Fears piracy and militancy could spread. After Sayyaf kidnaps Indon sailors, Indon defense chief: No Somalia-like piracy in ASEAN waters JAKARTA — Indonesia’s Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu has urged ASEAN […]

  • Joint exercise for Singapore

    Recent attacks and Chinese positioning add impetus. Multinational exercise to fight terrorism and maritime security threats kicks off in Singapore The Singapore phase of a multinational exercise kicked off on […]

  • Navy and ASEAN take part in drill

    China invited to take part in exercises. Navy and ASEAN take part in drill The PLA Navy joined countries from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in a maritime exercise […]

  • Calming the South China Sea

    De-escalating tensions at sea. China calls for int’l cooperation on maritime risk management Editor: Feng Shuang China is calling for more international collaboration on building a stable and reliable institutional […]

  • US cash to boost SE Asia security

    Money to boost regional security. US pledges $259 mn to SE Asian allies for maritime security By AFP The United States said Tuesday it would provide $259 million to its […]

  • ASEAN’s maritime hotline

    Hopes that improved communication will improve relations. Asean countries agree to set up hotline to deal with maritime issues in the region The 10-member Association of South East Asian Nations […]

  • Declaration to boost Asean ties

    Maritime crime and IUU fishing in spotlight. Declaration on transnational crime to boost Asean ties BY NURADZIMMAH DAIM KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Declaration in Combating Transnational Crime will see […]

  • ASEAN Defense Ministers To Attend Summit

    Hopes for de-escalation in region. ASEAN Defense Ministers To Attend China Summit In October Posted By: Clayton Browne The South China Sea has been a global hot spot for several […]