Counterterrorism, non-conventional threats on agenda as regional defence bloc expands cooperation

Counterterrorism, non-conventional threats on agenda as regional defence bloc expands cooperation

SINGAPORE: The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) will be expanding cooperation into non-conventional areas, such as counterterrorism, maritime security, humanitarian and disaster relief, as well as cyber and drone warfare. The FPDA – formed in 1971 against the backdrop of armed conflict across Southeast Asia – comprises Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand and the United … Read more