The military-backed USDP has claimed a landslide in Myanmar’s post-coup election, but observers say the vote is unlikely to ease conflict or revive the economy.

To Lam was unanimously re-elected as the General Secretary of the ruling Communist Party of Vietnam on Jan 23, and will serve as Vietnam's leader for the next five years.

The Chinese Embassy and officials in Manila ‍have stepped up their rhetoric ⁠in ‍recent weeks, with the former criticising the Philippines' coast guard spokesperson and its lawmakers. 

A nuclear-powered submarine would strengthen South Korea's ability to lead the defence of the peninsula, said Seoul.