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(LEAD) Top diplomats of S. Korea, U.S., Japan gather in Manila amid N. Korea's deepening ties with Russia, China

Foreign ministers of South Korea, the U.S., and Japan met in Manila on Wednesday to discuss trilateral security and economic cooperation and coordinate on North Korea amid its deepening ties with Russia and China. The meeting took place on the sidelines of ASEAN-related gatherings, with separate bilateral talks between Seoul and Washington covering pending alliance issues, including Coupang and nuclear energy cooperation.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 22

Australia raises China’s missile test in meeting with top diplomat Wang Yi

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila, where she raised concerns about China's recent test of a nuclear-capable missile and other regional issues. Wang urged Australia to abandon 'double standards' and work to maintain improving bilateral ties, while Wong reiterated Australia's consistent approach toward Beijing.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 22

Washington plans to announce nuclear agreement with Riyadh, US media reports

The Trump administration has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, allowing US companies to help build a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom. The pact omits certain nonproliferation safeguards, drawing concerns about regional arms race risks.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jul 22

Trump softens tone on alleged China election meddling before Rubio-Wang talks

Ahead of a planned meeting between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, President Donald Trump has tempered his accusations of Chinese election interference, suggesting the alleged meddling happened 'a long time ago'. China has dismissed the allegations as baseless, while both sides signal continued high-level engagement.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 21

Philippines taps combat veteran to lead armed forces amid regional tensions

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has named Lieutenant General Antonio G. Nafarrete as the next head of the armed forces, succeeding General Romeo Brawner Jnr. The appointment signals continuity in security policy as the country prepares for a historic election in the Muslim south and faces ongoing maritime tensions with China.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 21

Why the youth jobs crisis is becoming global

Youth unemployment is rising in most world regions, with China's rate hitting 15.6% among urban 16-24-year-olds. Deutsche Welle reports that weak economic growth, AI's unclear impact, and higher employer standards are key factors, while some regions see strong youth employment growth.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 21

China, Philippines clash in South China Sea ahead of ASEAN meeting

The Philippines and China are accusing each other of initiating a violent confrontation at the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, with both sides reporting injuries and summoning ambassadors. The incident comes ahead of an ASEAN summit where a regional code of conduct is expected to be discussed, and has drawn condemnation from the US and Australia.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 21

ASEAN's top diplomats meet in shadow of U.S.-Iran conflict

ASEAN foreign ministers gathered in Manila to address regional security issues, overshadowed by renewed fighting between the US and Iran. The conflict has disrupted energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the Philippines to declare a national energy emergency. The bloc called for a ceasefire and discussed Myanmar, South China Sea tensions, and energy security.

5 outlets · 7 articles Jul 21

China lodges protest with Philippines after latest clash near Second Thomas Shoal

Beijing has summoned the Philippine ambassador and lodged a formal protest following a clash near the Second Thomas Shoal in which a Philippine sailor was injured. China and the Philippines traded accusations over the incident, with both sides blaming each other for provoking the encounter.

2 outlets · 5 articles Jul 21

Russian Foreign Minister arrives in Philippines to attend ASEAN events

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has arrived in Manila to participate in ASEAN foreign ministers' meetings, including the Russia-ASEAN, East Asia Summit, and ASEAN Regional Forum formats. Lavrov expressed confidence in implementing agreements on settlements in national currencies, highlighted prospects for cooperation in food and energy security, and voiced shared concerns with ASEAN partners about the AUKUS alliance's compliance with IAEA rules.

1 outlet · 6 articles Jul 21

Taiwan reviews Papua New Guinea LNG imports after economic office’s forced closure

Taiwan is reviewing its LNG purchases from Papua New Guinea after Port Moresby announced the closure of Taiwan's representative office, citing its One China policy. China has welcomed the decision, while Taiwan says it will keep the office open and seek negotiations.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jul 20

Top diplomats of S. Korea, U.S., Japan to meet in Manila this week

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will meet with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in Manila this week to discuss North Korea, trilateral security, economic cooperation, and the Middle East crisis. The meeting follows earlier talks on the sidelines of the NATO summit, where the ministers reaffirmed their commitment to denuclearization and signed a memorandum on small modular reactors.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 20

Tate brothers arrested in Miami as UK adds rape, trafficking charges

Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami on a sealed warrant, with the UK seeking their extradition on dozens of new charges including rape and sex trafficking. The Trump administration has said it will not intervene, despite the brothers' vocal support for President Trump.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jul 19

Manila protests ‘racist’ portrayal of Filipinos in China Daily videos

The Philippines has formally protested to China over AI-generated videos published by state-backed newspaper China Daily that depict Filipinos as monkeys in a dispute over the South China Sea. Manila's foreign ministry condemned the videos as 'demeaning, dehumanizing, and racist,' while the defence secretary called them 'contemptible propaganda.'

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 18

Does Beijing own Batanes? Why Chinese scholars’ claim is a warning shot to Manila

Chinese academics at a Guangzhou symposium asserted that the Batanes Islands, a Philippine province, legally belong to Taiwan and therefore fall under Chinese sovereignty. The claim has prompted Philippine officials to express concern and call for vigilance over academic exchanges with China.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 16

14-nation South China Sea statement is an expansionist overreach

A coalition of 14 nations, led by the US, issued a joint statement on the 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea arbitration, reaffirming that China's expansive claims are illegal. While some reports frame the statement as a reaffirmation of the rules-based order, others criticize it as geopolitically motivated and highlight China's objections based on its 2006 UNCLOS declaration.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 15

People globally view China's Xi more favourably than Donald Trump, Pew poll finds

A Pew Research Center survey found that in 25 of 36 countries, more people hold favourable views of China than the US, marking a historic shift. Views of Chinese leader Xi Jinping also surpassed those of US President Donald Trump in 22 countries, driven by declining confidence in US leadership and policies.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jul 15

Negotiations on for release of three ships held by Somali pirates, Singapore-based maritime centre says

A Singapore-based maritime centre confirms ransom-related negotiations for the release of three vessels and 44 crew members held by Somali pirates. The UN's maritime agency has appealed for their urgent release, citing increased piracy incidents in the region.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 15

Hong Kong issues amber rainstorm warning, urges public to take precautions

Hong Kong Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning, urging residents to take precautions against heavy rain and potential flooding. Reports of landslides, retaining wall damage, and intense gusts have been recorded, with unsettled weather expected over the coming days.

1 outlet · 8 articles Jul 15

'Threat to US sovereignty': Washington launches campaign to dismantle ICC

The Trump administration has announced a sweeping campaign against the International Criminal Court, accusing it of posing an 'intolerable threat to US sovereignty.' The EU has pushed back, defending the court's role in prosecuting war crimes and genocide.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jul 14