-(Indiatimes 12/11) ASEAN Summit and the South China Sea disputes: While China is seen as obstructing the inclusion of South China Sea disputes in the agenda, other nations involved in the disputes desire serious discussion during the Summit. 

-(The diplomat 12/11) U.S.-Japan to Revise Defense Ties: One key component of Washington’s strategy seems to be taking shape and could gain sharper focus in coming weeks: a new, expanded and more flexible role for Japan’s military.

-(The australian 12/11) Aust troops may join US-Filipino exercises: PHILIPPINE defence officials says they have discussed the possibility of Australian forces joining large-scale combat exercises between Filipino and American troops in the country.

-(Nation multimedia 12/11) Challenges at home and abroad for new leaders: Greater openness will help China meet the expectations of its people, region; Obama visit to firm up US policy on Asia

-(Channel news asia 11/11) China to ramp up development on disputed island: The development of roads, water supply and drainage systems will be stepped up in the new "capital" city of Sansha on Yongxing