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North Korea not ready to talk to US or South Korea; Singapore won't seek mediator role: Vivian Balakrishnan

North Korea not ready to talk to US or South Korea; Singapore won't seek mediator role: Vivian Balakrishnan

North Korea prefers to focus instead on self-reliance and military deterrence, says Singapore's foreign affairs minister.

28/05/2026

Asia Pacific can ‘no longer be classified as fully at peace’ amid growing security threats: IISS report

Asia Pacific can ‘no longer be classified as fully at peace’ amid growing security threats: IISS report

28/05/2026

Israel breaks all contact with UN secretary-general over sexual violence blacklist

Israel breaks all contact with UN secretary-general over sexual violence blacklist

28/05/2026

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Why President Xi’s potential North Korea visit carries strategic weight for China and beyond

A potential state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pyongyang reportedly soon would mark his first overseas trip of the year and reinforce Beijing’s influence as North Korea-Russia ties deepen amid global tensions, analysts say.

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China sends defence university delegation to Shangri-La Dialogue for second straight year

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Wage growth slowed for Singapore workers in 2025, expected to stay moderate in 2026: MOM

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Asia Pacific can ‘no longer be classified as fully at peace’ amid growing security threats: IISS report

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Israel breaks all contact with UN secretary-general over sexual violence blacklist

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