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China has condemned Japan's first overseas firing of the Type 88 surface-to-ship missile during the Balikatan drills in the Philippines, calling it a sign of 'neo-militarism.' Japan is easing arms export restrictions, with the Philippines expressing interest in acquiring the missile. Analysts note the Type 88 is being phased out, making the move largely symbolic.
The World Health Organization suspects human-to-human transmission of hantavirus occurred among close contacts on a cruise ship off Cape Verde, where three passengers have died. The risk to the wider public remains low, according to the agency.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party has proposed a special counsel bill to investigate alleged fabricated indictments against President Lee Jae Myung, but has delayed its processing until after local elections. The opposition People Power Party criticizes the bill as unconstitutional and a move to shield the president, while a parliamentary committee has filed complaints against 31 individuals.
During a three-day visit to Canberra, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed multiple agreements to deepen cooperation on energy, defence, and critical minerals, including a joint declaration on economic security. The moves come amid shared concerns about economic coercion, China's growing power, and shifting US priorities in the region.
Philippine officials said Monday that more than 300 families have been evacuated after ash billowed from Mayon volcano due to the collapse of lava deposits. No explosive eruption occurred, but ashfall affected 87 villages and damaged vegetable farms, killing livestock.
A South Korean court issued an arrest warrant for a man surnamed Choi, accused of smuggling and distributing illegal drugs worth 10 billion won since 2019. Choi, repatriated from Thailand, denies ties to drug kingpin Park Wang-yeol, who was extradited from the Philippines in March. The case highlights international cooperation in combating transnational drug trafficking.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Hanoi, signing six agreements with Vietnam focused on energy, critical minerals, and technology. Takaichi pledged $10 billion for energy security and set a target of $5 billion in annual investment, as both nations seek to diversify supply chains amid regional tensions.
Workers worldwide mark International Labour Day with rallies demanding peace, higher wages, and better working conditions, as the Iran war and rising energy prices strain economies. Unions call for solidarity and action against extreme wealth, while regions like Cuba and the Philippines highlight local struggles.
Global rice supply faces a perfect storm as the Iran war disrupts fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, China's export ban tightens markets, and El Niño threatens output in Southeast Asia. Farmers are cutting back on planting, rice prices are climbing, and UN agencies warn of a potential food security crisis just as the world's biggest exporters report record crops.
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol participated in ASEAN+3 and ADB meetings in Samarkand, urging regional cooperation amid Middle East conflict, and held bilateral talks with Uzbek President and Japanese counterpart.
The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has released its interim report, recommending reforms to gun laws, policing of Jewish festivals, and counter-terrorism coordination. The report found the national counter-terrorism plan had not been updated since 2019 and that agencies had shifted resources away from counter-terrorism, amid warnings of complacency.
World Boxing has confirmed that athletes from Russia and Belarus will compete as Individual Neutral Athletes in its events, without national flags, anthems, or uniforms and subject to a vetting process. The rules, approved by the executive board in April 2026, take effect immediately and follow the IOC's approach.
Russia is preparing to host the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan from June 17-19, marking 35 years of relations. The event will include a business forum, with invitations sent to Southeast Asian leaders. Officials emphasize cooperation and strategic partnership, building on past summits.
A new WHO report shows a 32% drop in new hepatitis B infections since 2015 and a 12% decline in hepatitis C deaths, yet 1.34 million people still died from viral hepatitis in 2024. Nigeria and nine other countries account for 69% of hepatitis B deaths, while only 17% of African newborns receive the critical birth-dose vaccine. WHO calls for urgent scale-up of prevention and treatment to meet 2030 elimination targets.
South Korean and Cambodian police have agreed to widen the scope of their joint investigation team to include drug and online gambling crimes, while authorities repatriated 73 South Korean suspects from Cambodia and the Philippines over two months.
Two American nationals were among 19 people killed in a raid on an alleged communist stronghold in the Philippines. The incident has prompted a human rights investigation and raised questions about the military's operations.
The PLA Southern Theatre Command announced naval drills east of Luzon, described as a response to the regional situation, coinciding with the start of the US-Philippines Balikatan 2026 exercise. The drills were led by the Type 055 destroyer Zunyi, and footage of YJ-20 missile launches was released on social media.
At the DSA 2026 arms exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, Russian defense exporters showcased their latest unmanned systems and air defense platforms, highlighting combat-proven capabilities and offering localization deals. Russian officials and industry representatives signaled readiness to expand technological cooperation with Southeast Asian partners, including UAV production localization in Malaysia.
The International Criminal Court has confirmed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte over his 'war on drugs'. A three-judge panel found substantial grounds to proceed with trial, with estimates of deaths ranging from 6,000 to 30,000. Duterte denies the charges, and his defense argues the prosecution cherry-picked his rhetoric.
The International Criminal Court has unanimously confirmed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte over his 'war on drugs', committing him to trial. The decision upholds the court's jurisdiction despite the Philippines' withdrawal from the ICC in 2018. Duterte's defense had argued he was unfit to stand trial due to cognitive decline, but the court rejected the appeal. The trial date has not yet been set.