Tag: Security Policy
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Thai Military Reasserts Influence Amid Border Crisis and Election Hopes
Overview: A military role reasserted in Thailand’s political landscape Thailand’s ruling security establishment is recalibrating its influence as the country edges toward a pivotal election in early 2026. The border frictions with Cambodia have provided a pretext for the military to project strength domestically, positioning itself as a stabilizing force in a period of regional…
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Russia Opposes Japan’s Nuclear Weapons Discussions, Says Deputy Foreign Minister
Russia Rejects Japan’s Nuclear Weapons Dialogue Russia has voiced opposition to discussions in Japan about potentially acquiring nuclear weapons. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told the TASS news agency that Moscow is aware of ongoing conversations regarding Japan’s possible path to possessing nuclear arms, and that Russia does not support such talks. Official Stance and…
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Carney Sets Security Guardrails for China as Canada Seeks a Cautious Rebalance
Carney’s Framework for Engagement Canada’s new approach to China is taking shape under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Carney, who has begun publicly outlining the boundaries he believes should govern any future dealings with the economic giant. In a period marked by strategic competition, supply chain concerns, and human rights considerations, Carney emphasizes a…
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Carney lays out security guardrails for China as Canada seeks stronger ties
Overview: Carney’s push to define security guardrails In a move that signals a more deliberate approach to Beijing, Prime Minister Mark Carney has begun outlining the security guardrails he believes should frame Canada’s relationship with China. The aim is to balance economic opportunity with national security and human rights concerns, as Canada seeks to chart…
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Canadian intel operative accused of lying about Ukraine ties
New allegations surround Canadian military counter-intelligence officer A Canadian military counter-intelligence operative is facing serious accusations that he lied to superiors about contacts with Ukrainian intelligence and ignored repeated warnings to keep a distance from a representative of that country’s security services. The probe, ongoing in military and parliamentary circles, has drawn scrutiny to how…
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ASIO’s Grim Reality: Bondi Attack and the Gaps in Australian Intelligence
Introduction: A stark test for Australian security The Bondi Beach attack jolted Australia, forcing policymakers, security agencies, and communities to confront a harsh reality: the sheer scale and evolving nature of threats may outpace traditional methods of detection and prevention. ASIO, tasked with countering terrorism and espionage, operates in a landscape where lone-actor plots, online…
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Ireland Moves to Negotiate with France for First Primary Military Radar
Government Sets the Stage for Negotiations with France The government has cleared the path to begin negotiations with France over a proposal to supply Ireland’s first primary military radar. The decision, confirmed by the Minister for Defence, is a significant step in modernizing the country’s defensive capabilities. Officials say talks will focus on the technical…
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Foreign Buyers Boost Property Purchases Near Japan’s Sensitive Sites
Overview: A Record of Foreign Real Estate Activity Near Security Zones A government study released this week reveals that foreign individuals and entities purchased 3,498 properties located around Japan’s critical security facilities and remote islands during fiscal year 2024. The findings show that nearly half of these acquisitions originated from China, underscoring growing overseas interest…
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Netanyahu Blames Australian Leader Over Palestinian Statehood Support After Sydney Shooting
Overview: Netanyahu’s Rebuttal in a Time of Tragedy In the wake of Sunday’s deadly shooting at a Jewish holiday gathering in Sydney, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly linked the attack to broader geopolitical tensions, accusing Australia’s Prime Minister of stoking antisemitism through his government’s support for Palestinian statehood. The remarks, made during a rapid…
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The Domestic Calculations of To Lam’s Foreign Policy
Introduction: A Foreign Policy Shaped by Domestic Pressures Vietnamese leadership often marches in step with a broader calculus: what happens on the international stage must harmonize with domestic priorities. In the first year of To Lam’s tenure as Vietnam’s top security and political liaison, his travel schedule drew attention from analysts and citizens alike. While…