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SDD
Special Defence Dialogue
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[SDD] We Asked For Transparency. The Junta released an 800 word-long Defense Statement Instead.
Excerpt from the unedited publication last night. (Photo: Jayden Khung Ee Jae and Chan Qi En, The Ministers of Myanmar, Special Defence...
DVB Myanmar
Jun 19, 20253 min read
The Special Defense Dialogue Passes Both China and TheUnited Kingdom’s Multilateral Agreements
Credit: SDD Delegations Voting, Image by BBC The Special Defense Dialogue has passed two Draft Multilateral Agreements (MA), one from the...
BBC
Jun 19, 20253 min read
SDD meets to discuss and combat cross-border terrorism from its sources
SDD progresses against terrorism, combating it China has proposed the Establishment of an Inter Regional Counter-terrorist Charter...
Vientiane Times
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Watching from the sidelines: Why NZ can’t afford to ignore ASEAN’s security measures
Written by Newsroom The Special Defence Dialogue (SDD) convened for its second day of debate, marking the start of a pivotal phase in...
Newsroom
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Exclusive Interview Shows ASEAN Support for Australia’s Transnational Anti-Radicalisation Framework amidst Sovereignty Concerns
Written by ABC News As debate in the Special Defence Dialogue (SDD) continues to unfold, Australia has emerged with one of the more...
ABC News
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Special Defense Dialogue negotiates with hostile militias to secure peace.
But can they reach an agreement, or is consensus a rosy fantasy? Perhaps America has the first say. The Minister of Iran speaks...
Wall Street Journal
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Shambles and disarray, without defence?
Discussions about private military companies are crucial to find a middle ground. With differing viewpoints and unrealistic expectations...
The Jakarta Post
Jun 18, 20253 min read
“We’re Going in Circles”: Defence Leaders Express Frustration at the Special Defence Dialogue
At the recent Special Defence Dialogue (SDD), frustration quietly simmered beneath the polished surface of protocol and prepared...
Kyodo News
Jun 18, 20253 min read
The emerging monopoly of China over ASEAN’s defence
As the United States scrambles for a collective response, something is brewing on the other side of town… A minister of the Philippines...
Wall Street Journal
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Expanding the NESA Framework — Delegate of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Written by TASS The Delegation of Russia speaks on developing Putin’s NESA Framework, “Every nation must respect each others’...
Russian News Agency TASS
Jun 18, 20253 min read
Kremlin and Chinese Government reaffirm sovereignty principles – Special Defence Dialogue
Written by TASS “Sovereignty must be respected if countries want to maintain stability and mutual trust among nations,” the delegate of...
Russian News Agency TASS
Jun 18, 20253 min read
China’s proposed Inter Regional Counter-terrorist Charter (IRCC) sparks debate on Chinese Involvement in the ASEAN Region
Earlier today, Defense Ministers, Foreign Ministers, and Military Generals gathered in the Shangri-La Hotel Singapore for the Special...
BBC
Jun 17, 20253 min read
China’s PSCs Lead the World Towards Stability While PMCs Fan the Flames of Chaos
BEIJING, June 17 (Xinhua) — The topic of Private Military Companies (PMCs) has been brought up in the Special Defence Dialogue’s (SDD)...
Xinhua News Agency
Jun 17, 20253 min read
Distinguished Politician Stresses Innovative Chinese Solutions Against Terrorism
BEIJING, June 16 (Xinhua) — When faced with burgeoning terrorist threats, China remains steadfast and strong. China takes a hardline...
Xinhua News Agency
Jun 17, 20253 min read
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[SDD] ASEAN’s fight against terror needs unity, not optics. Here’s why
Written by Newsroom ASEAN's anti-terrorism Introduction On 16 June 2025, the annual Special Defence Dialogue commenced at the Shang-Ri...
Newsroom
Jun 17, 20253 min read
The sunset on the PMC empire is in its golden hour.
The United States foreign ministry has seemingly switched positions on the role of corporations. Lockheed Martin. Academi (Formerly...
Wall Street Journal
Jun 16, 20253 min read
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