Missing arms transfers to Ukraine may end up in rebels’ hands
There have been reports that Western and Russian small arms and other armaments have found their way to rebel and Islamist militants around the world.
NATO wants to remain relevant, sails to the South China Sea
The British Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is heading to the Indo-Pacific region to demonstrate its commitment to maintaining maritime security and freedom of navigation as China expands its coercive activities.
What we know so far: Chinese-linked network amplifies anti-PH sentiment while pushing content related to Sara Duterte
Pro-China X (formerly Twitter) accounts are running a coordinated campaign against President Marcos Jr. and the Philippines’ West PH Sea efforts while amplifying content favoring VP Sara Duterte.
Poland’s interest in the Indo-Pacific region
Manila does not need an ally that cannot be relied on and changes its mind depending on its interests.
ASEAN impartiality and inclusiveness
The Philippines and the rest of ASEAN should remain neutral to the conflict and instead facilitate dialogue to end the war.
