Defense ties
Coverage of Defense ties in the Nexus archive.
- McCaul Backs Deeper US Ukraine Defense Ties
McCaul supports strengthening US-Ukraine defense relations. The article highlights his endorsement of deeper military cooperation between the two countries.
- China's rare missile test will push wary Asia-Pacific countries to close ranks, analysts say
China's rare ballistic missile launch into the Pacific is expected to strengthen defense cooperation among regional powers in the Asia-Pacific. Analysts suggest this move will push wary countries to deepen their security ties in response.
- Indonesia’s Prabowo and India’s Modi meet to discuss expanding economic and defense ties
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is meeting with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto to discuss ways to strengthen strategic ties between Asia’s two largest democracies.
- Canada, Philippines Agree to Sign Trade Deal This Year, Grow Defense Ties
Canada and the Philippines have agreed to sign a trade deal this year and expand their defense ties. The agreement was announced during a meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Vancouver on July 2, 2026.
- Marcos’ historic Japan trip: what will Philippine leader seek from Takaichi?
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is on a historic four-day state visit to Japan, aiming to strengthen defense and diplomatic ties as a counterbalance to China's maritime assertiveness in the South China Sea. The trip, the first by a Philippine leader to Japan in over a decade, underscores Manila's strategic pivot to Tokyo amid regional security tensions.
- Philippines, Japan seek to strengthen defense ties amid U.S.-China thaw
The Philippines and Japan aim to enhance their defense cooperation as the U.S. and China ease tensions. The development highlights regional security efforts amid shifting diplomatic dynamics.
- Philippines, Japan seek to strengthen defense ties amid US-China thaw
The Philippines and Japan aim to strengthen their defense relationships amid a thaw in US-China relations. The focus is on enhancing security cooperation between the two Asian nations.