China is conducting exercises in the South China Sea despite US talks

Chinese air and naval forces are conducting exercises in a disputed area in the South China Sea, the military said, hours after the country's top diplomat discussed ways to ease regional tensions with his U.S. counterpart. The news comes after Australia and the Philippines announced their armed forces would conduct a joint maritime activity with … Read more

Australian Border Force seizes 700 kg of sea cucumbers and finds 30 illegal fishermen on four boats off the Kimberley

More than 30 illegal fishermen managed to catch 700kg of sea cucumbers and 4kg of shark fins before their boats were intercepted off the Kimberley coast of Western Australia this week, authorities said. The Australian Border Force confirmed the details on Thursday after local fishing tour operator Peter Tucker and traditional owner Adrian Lane said … Read more