Politics

Shanghai unveils its blueprint for the 15th Five-Year Plan, aiming to become a world-class Shanghai global financial center 2035 and innovation hub.

The UK government is considering a social media ban for children under 16, following Australia's lead. The consultation focuses on age limits and addictive design.

Denmark deploys troops to Greenland following Trump’s takeover threats. NATO and the EU weigh military and economic responses to the escalating crisis.

South Korea reveals a major military reform plan for 2026, featuring a new Joint Operations Command for the 2030 OPCON transfer and a 10% boost in defense R&D.

On Jan 20, 2026, President Lee Jae-myung ordered a thorough probe into a civilian drone incursion into North Korea, calling it tantamount to starting a war.

Explore the China national security strategy 2026 as Beijing pivots toward technology and energy self-sufficiency amidst a worsening global security landscape and trade war risks.

South Korea's advisory committee recommends a Joint Operations Command to facilitate the 2030 OPCON transfer. The plan includes a 10% R&D hike for AI and space defense.

LIG Nex1 debuts its latest air defense systems including Cheongung-II and L-SAM at DIMDEX 2026 in Qatar, marking a major expansion into the Middle Eastern defense market.

Three senior US cardinals have issued a joint statement questioning America's moral role in confronting evil following recent policy changes.

China has emerged as a credible challenger to the US in the China AI drug discovery competition, leveraging genomic data and clinical trial mining prowess.

On Jan 20, 2026, Russia launched 145 drones at Ukraine's energy grid. Zelenskyy targets the Davos forum to secure US security guarantees amid ongoing power shortages.

On Jan. 20, 2026, President Lee Jae Myung ordered a probe into a civilian drone flight to North Korea following Pyongyang's claims of sovereignty infringement.