Asia Pacific
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Jan- 2023 -11 January
Suicide Blast Near Afghan Ministry, More Than 20 Casualties
A suicide bomber blew himself up near Afghanistan's foreign ministry, where a Chinese delegation had been due to meet, causing more than 20 casualties.
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11 January
S. Korea to Field ‘Baekho’ Advanced Command Post Armored Vehicle
The South Korean Army reportedly plans to deploy its new “Baekho” advanced command post armored vehicle later this year.
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11 January
Chinese Researchers Develop Laser-Based Drone Charger
Chinese researchers recently tested a laser-based drone charging system capable of keeping the platform aloft “forever.”
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11 January
UK, Japan to Sign Major Defense Deal Allowing Troop Deployments
The British and Japanese prime ministers will sign a "hugely significant" new defense deal allowing UK troops to deploy in Japan.
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10 January
China Warns Australia: ‘Be Careful’ of Japan
China said Australia should remember Japan's war crimes during World War II before cozying up to the regional power.
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10 January
Taiwan to Establish Fleet of 3,000 Drones This Year
The Taiwanese government is a few steps away from establishing a fleet of 3,000 drones to counter a possible Chinese invasion.
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10 January
Japan, France Vow More Security Cooperation in Asia-Pacific
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and French President Emmanuel Macron pledged more security cooperation in the Asia-Pacific.
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10 January
In Wargame Exercise, China Fails to Take Taiwan: US Thinktank
A Chinese invasion of Taiwan would likely fail if the United States helps defend the island, according to a US think tank.
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9 January
S. Korea Considers Acquiring Advanced Israeli Drone Detection System
South Korea is reportedly considering purchasing an advanced Israeli-made drone tracking system.
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6 January
US Navy Warship Transits Through Taiwan Strait
An American warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the US Navy said, in a move likely to anger Beijing.
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