military cooperation
Coverage of military cooperation in the Nexus archive.
- South Korea tells Japan to apologise before military cooperation
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has ruled out expanding military ties with Japan until historical grievances are resolved. Analysts highlight political risks for his government due to public resentment in South Korea toward Japan, despite regional pressures from North Korea, China, and Russia.
- Russia’s Afghan pivot risks entanglement in old traps
Russia is deepening military cooperation with Afghanistan's Taliban government while facing tensions between regional influence, connectivity ambitions, and security concerns. Despite consistently warning about dangers from Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, Moscow is now engaging with the group controlling the territory.
- US measure to deepen Israel military cooperation faces bipartisan pushback
US efforts to enhance military cooperation with Israel through a defense bill are facing opposition from bipartisan lawmakers. Democrats and Republicans, including Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, aim to remove a pro-Israel section from the bill.
- Starmer and Tusk sign UK–Poland defence pact amid warnings over Russian threats
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish President Donald Tusk signed a defense pact to enhance military and security cooperation between their NATO allies. The agreement emphasizes joint capabilities, cyber defense, and coordination to address escalating Russian threats in Europe.
- North Korea opens museum commemorating troops killed fighting for Russia
North Korea has opened a museum in Pyongyang to commemorate troops killed fighting for Russia. The move follows plans for military cooperation between the two nations, symbolizing deepening ties.