Climate Disasters in Asia: Death Tolls Mount in Indonesia and Sri Lanka

Death tolls in Indonesia and Sri Lanka have risen sharply following severe cyclonic storms. Indonesia reports 303 dead, while Sri Lanka confirms 132 fatalities, with hundreds more missing across both nations. Indonesia: Sumatra Reeling from Devastation The humanitarian crisis in Indonesia has deepened significantly as authorities confirmed a sharp rise in casualties on the island...

Australia-Indonesia Security Treaty Concluded

Australia and Indonesia have substantively concluded negotiations on a new bilateral security pact titled the Treaty on Common Security. The agreement, announced in Sydney, establishes a formal mechanism for the two nations to consult on security matters and potential threats. This new Australia-Indonesia security treaty is designed to expand upon existing defence frameworks, formalising closer...

The South China Sea: A Strategic Powder Keg

The South China Sea stands as a critical nexus of global trade, natural resources and geopolitical tension. This vital maritime corridor facilitates over 3$ trillion in annual trade while harbouring vast untapped reserves of oil and natural gas. Estimates from the University of Leipzig suggest up to 11 billion barrels of oil and 190 trillion...