U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is hoping for a meeting with his Chinese counterpart.

US Defense secretary seeks meeting with China Defense minister

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin stated on Sunday (October 2) that he sees no possibility of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, where the country is attempting to create a "new normal" with military exercises near the South Asian island.

US: Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin sees no 'imminent invasion' of Taiwan by China

India is reviewing its standard operating procedures for weapons systems and will immediately fix any shortcomings after accidentally launching a missile into Pakistan last week, its defence minister said on Tuesday.

India is reviewing procedures after accidental firing of missile into Pakistan : Indian defence minister

The People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) is expected to remain in power but with a reduced majority

Angola votes for first new leader