Australia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea
Philippines, Australia and Canada conducted joint naval and air-defence exercises near Scarborough Shoal to strengthen defence cooperation amid South China Sea territorial disputes.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Germany and the UK signed landmark deals aimed at enhancing defense ties and combating migrant smuggling. These agreements are part of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first official visit to the UK.
Merz calls for UK, Germany and France to align on migration and defence
The Kensington treaty represents the first formal pact between the UK and Germany since World War II, focusing on migration, defence, trade, and education.
Challenges facing Europe enormous', says Merz on first trip abroad
"A reset in Franco-German relations is vital to help Europe become more secure, competitive, and unified to overcome enormous security and economic challenges," said Merz.