military cooperation

Apr- 2025 -

17 April

A Nigerian soldier wipes sweat off his face while participating in a special forces training exercise during Exercise Flintlock 2018 in Agadez, Niger, April 14, 2018. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise working with multinational special operations groups. The exercise is designed to strengthen the ability of key partner nations in the region to counter violent extremist organizations, protect their borders, and provide security for their people. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 (SW/AW) Evan Parker/Released)

Nigeria, Niger Foreign Ministers Meet for Security Talks

The foreign ministers of Nigeria and Niger held talks Wednesday on cross-border security, terrorism and economic cooperation, despite tensions between the two neighbours since the July 2023 coup in Niger.

7 April

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines, US Launch Joint Drills Aimed at ‘Deterrence’

The Philippine and US air forces kicked off joint exercises aimed at boosting operational coordination and enhancing "strategic deterrence."

Mar- 2025 -

26 March

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Malaysia Acquires Turkish Vessel Capable of 30-Day Continuous Operations

Malaysia has acquired a large Multi-Purpose Mission Ship from Turkish shipbuilder Desan, valued at $68.8 million.

11 March

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Indonesia and Vietnam Agree to Upgrade Strategic Ties

Indonesia and Vietnam agreed to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership as the Southeast Asian allies' leaders met in Jakarta.

Feb- 2025 -

13 February

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Sudan Says ‘No Obstacles’ to Russian Red Sea Naval Base

Sudan's foreign minister said there were "no obstacles" to Russia's bid to establish a naval base on the country's Red Sea coast.

12 February

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Indonesia’s Prabowo, Turkey’s Erdogan Agree to Bolster Ties

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan sign a series of agreements to boost trade and defense ties.

10 February

Asia Pacific

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba (L) and U.S. President Donald Trump shake their hands during a bilateral meeting at the White House in Washington D.C., United States of America, on February 7, 2025. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun ) (Photo by Nanako Sudo / Yomiuri / The Yomiuri Shimbun via AFP)

Staff Writer With AFP

US-Japan South China Sea Statement ‘Attacks and Smears China’: Beijing

Beijing said on Monday that a joint statement by the United States and Japan condemning its "provocative activities" in the contested South China Sea "attacks and smears" China.

Jan- 2025 -

28 January

Europe