Philippines: Chinese ship deliberately rammed our boat
Tensions escalate dramatically as Manila reports intentional ramming of government boat by Chinese ship in contested waters, marking dangerous new phase in maritime standoff.
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Germany fears China's growing political influence in Berlin
Senior German officials express deepening concerns about China's expanding political sway in Berlin, warning of potential threats to European sovereignty and democratic processes.
Labour recalibrates China policy after spy case fails
The UK government is recalibrating its approach to Beijing following the dramatic collapse of a high-profile espionage case, signalling a potential thaw in Sino-British relations.
British teacher accused of spying in China
An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.
Pacific Nations Forge Security Alliance Against Maritime Threats
The Philippines, Indonesia, and Palau announce a landmark security partnership to protect sovereign waters and combat illegal fishing in the South China Sea.
Cooper warns of Balkan security threat to UK
Shadow Home Secretary warns of growing Russian and Chinese influence in Serbia and North Macedonia, urging immediate government action to prevent security threats to Britain.
Australia-Papua New Guinea Sign Historic Security Pact
In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
NZ's Peters strengthens Samoa ties in Pacific diplomacy push
New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters makes strategic Pacific visit to Samoa, reinforcing diplomatic ties as China's regional influence grows
China threatens UK retaliation over foreign influence rules
Tensions escalate as China warns of 'necessary measures' against Britain's new foreign influence transparency regulations, marking a significant downturn in bilateral relations.
Royal Navy ship confronts Chinese warships in South China Sea
Exclusive: British warship HMS Spey faces aggressive Chinese naval manoeuvres during freedom of navigation operation in disputed waters, raising tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.
Europe's Stark Warning: Unite or Become Irrelevant
A new analysis suggests Europe risks becoming a geopolitical irrelevance, caught between the US and China. Discover the urgent challenges and what must change.
Trump's Taiwan arms freeze sparks trade deal fears
Exclusive: Reports that Donald Trump has paused critical weapons aid to Taiwan have raised alarm among security experts, who fear the former president may be using the island's security as leverage in trade negotiations with China.
Australia's Diplomatic Failure in PNG Exposed
A recent diplomatic misstep by Australia in Papua New Guinea reveals a profound failure to understand Pacific neighbours, threatening regional influence and trust.
Australia Signs Landmark Defence Pact with Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a landmark security treaty with PNG, Australia's largest defence agreement with a Pacific nation, marking a strategic shift to reinforce regional stability.
Australia-PNG Defence Treaty Faces Major Delay
A landmark security treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea faces significant delays due to internal opposition in PNG, raising concerns over China's growing influence in the Pacific region.
Albanese's PNG security deal mission fails
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's crucial diplomatic mission to Papua New Guinea has ended without a landmark security treaty, dealing a significant blow to Canberra's efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.
Australia and PNG sign major defence pact amid Pacific tensions
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
Pacific Forum 2025: Key Takeaways as Global Powers Clash
The 2025 Pacific Islands Forum concluded with major geopolitical shifts, climate action demands, and a new regional security pact. Discover the key outcomes shaping the future of the Pacific.
Albanese faces Pacific backlash over Woodside gas decision
Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure from Pacific leaders over the controversial Woodside North West Shelf extension, overshadowing the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands. The decision tests Australia's climate commitments and
Australia's Pacific Forum Crisis: Climate Rift and China Threat
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia faces mounting isolation at the Pacific Islands Forum as climate change disputes and China's growing influence create turbulent waters for Canberra's foreign policy.
UK, US & Australia Forge AUKUS Pact with Nuclear Subs
Australia scraps $66bn French submarine deal to join historic AUKUS alliance with UK and US, acquiring nuclear-powered submarines in a major strategic pivot to the Indo-Pacific.
UK's HMS Prince of Wales Leads Naval Drills with South Korea
In a powerful demonstration of Global Britain, the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Prince of Wales conducts joint exercises with South Korean forces in the Indo-Pacific, underscoring the UK's commitment to regional security and its strategic tilt towards the re
Albanese Counters China in Vanuatu as Nature Laws Stall
Australian PM Anthony Albanese makes a strategic visit to Vanuatu for the Pacific Islands Forum, aiming to reinforce regional ties and counter China's growing influence, while back home, the government faces a critical battle over stalled environmental la
Pacific Islands Forum 2025 Forges Historic Consensus
In a landmark meeting, Pacific Island leaders unite on a bold new strategy for climate action and regional security, challenging global powers to step up their support.
Japan & Australia Forge Historic Defence Pact Against China
In a landmark move reshaping Indo-Pacific security, Japan and Australia sign a pivotal defence agreement, enabling joint military operations and strengthening ties with the US to counter Beijing's growing influence.
China's Bold Strategy for Global Dominance Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how China is aggressively expanding its global influence through military, economic, and diplomatic channels, challenging Western hegemony and reshaping international power dynamics.
Hurricane Kiko Upgraded to Category 4, Hawaii Monitors
Hurricane Kiko has been rapidly upgraded to a Category 4 storm, churning dangerously in the Eastern Pacific. While its direct path remains uncertain, forecasters warn Hawaii must remain on high alert for potential severe weather conditions in the coming d
Prabowo's Diplomatic Tightrope Between US and China
Exclusive: Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto is embarking on a delicate diplomatic mission to the US and China, seeking to balance relations with both superpowers amid rising global tensions.
Nauru severs Taiwan ties in major win for China
The tiny Pacific nation of Nauru has abruptly severed diplomatic relations with Taiwan, switching its allegiance to Beijing in a move that significantly escalates geopolitical tensions in the region and deals a blow to Western influence.
Albanese's Growing Confidence on the Challenging World Stage
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is demonstrating a newfound confidence in international diplomacy, deftly navigating a complex web of global challenges from US-China tensions to climate action, reshaping Australia's role on the world stage.
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