US security official meets China’s Xi as American election looms large over relations
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South China Sea: Philippine push on tiny Thitu Island could stoke further tensions with Beijing
Thitu Island, a little-known outpost in the contested South China Sea which analysts say is “critical” to the Philippines’ maritime security, could become a potential flashpoint after Beijing criticised Manila’s efforts to upgrade its military presence there.
New Zealand’s Māori King dies after 18-year reign
NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga (AP) — New Zealand’s Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, died Friday at age 69, days after the celebration of his 18th year on the throne.
South Korea gets closer to NATO in the Indo-Pacific
South Korea’s traditional security concerns have primarily centered on addressing immediate regional challenges, particularly the persistent threat posed by North Korea, within the framework of its longstanding alliance with the United States. However, recent developments suggest a strategic expansion of Seoul’s diplomatic and security objectives, as it seeks to engage more actively with international organizations such as NATO and other key regional actors like India and Australia.
Deceptive AI is a threat to humanity
“The greatest danger is not AI that out-thinks us, but one that can deceive us,” an AI researcher once remarked.
Former national police chief in Thailand charged in alleged cover-up of Red Bull heir’s deadly crash
BANGKOK (AP) — Prosecutors in Thailand on Thursday indicted a former national police chief in connection with an alleged cover-up of a 2012 Ferrari crash involving an heir to the Red Bull energy drink fortune that killed a police officer.