A defense minister and 2 former governors vie for Indonesia’s presidency
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesians on Wednesday will elect the successor to popular President Joko Widodo, who is serving his second and final term.
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Trump on NATO: Spend more on defense or Russia can 'do whatever' it wants
NEW YORK (AP) -- Republican front-runner Donald Trump said Saturday that, as president, he warned NATO allies that he "would encourage" Russia "to do whatever the hell they want" to countries that are "delinquent" as he ramped up his attacks on foreign aid and longstanding international alliances.
Japan will step up defense and economic ties with Italy as Rome seeks a greater Indo-Pacific role
TOKYO (AP) — The leaders of Japan and Italy said Monday they will bolster their cooperation in security and defense, including their joint next-generation fighter jet development with Britain, as Tokyo welcomed the European nation’s shift toward playing a greater role in the Indo-Pacific.
France's Macron visits India as nations tighten defense ties
NEW DELHI/PARIS -- French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a two-day state visit to India on Thursday, as the two countries move to cement their defense and strategic ties.
Japan signs agreement to purchase 400 Tomahawk missiles as US envoy lauds its defense buildup
TOKYO (AP) — Japan signed a deal with the United States on Thursday to purchase up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles as part of its ongoing military buildup in response to increased regional threats.
Taiwan presidential hopeful Hou promises to boost island’s defense and restart talks with China
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — One of Taiwan’s leading opposition party candidates in Saturday’s presidential election has promised to boost the island’s defense capabilities while restarting dialogue with Beijing, which claims the island as its own.
China sanctions 5 US defense companies in response to US sanctions and arms sales to Taiwan
BEIJING (AP) — China announced sanctions Sunday on five American defense-related companies in response to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and U.S sanctions on Chinese companies and individuals.