Tag: Indo-Pacific security
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Japan and Philippines Sign Defense Pact to Bolster Deterrence Against China
New Defense Pact Signals Stronger Security Ties Japan and the Philippines unveiled a new defense pact aimed at strengthening their military collaboration in the face of growing assertiveness from China. The agreement focuses on the rapid, tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel, food, and other necessities to support joint training missions and potential operations. The pact…
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China Intensifies Military Presence Around Taiwan: What It Means for Asia Stability
Overview: A Marked Increase in Activity In a notable display of maritime and air pressure, Taiwan reported four sorties by Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels, one official ship, and two reconnaissance balloons circulating near its territorial waters. The events underscore a sustained effort by Beijing to project power and test Taiwan’s defenses, complicating regional security…
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Singapore-US Ties Mark 60 Years as Wong and Trump Reaffirm Partnership in 60th Anniversary Year
Overview: A Longstanding Alliance Underpins Regional Stability The phone conversation between Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and United States President Donald Trump underscores a shared commitment to a robust Singapore–US partnership as the two countries enter the 60th year of diplomatic ties in 2026. In an era of evolving geopolitics in Southeast Asia, the alliance…
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Singapore-U.S. Partnership Shines as 60 Years of Ties Are Marked
Singapore and United States reaffirm enduring partnership in milestone year Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of Singapore and former U.S. President Donald Trump spoke in a phone call on Friday, January 2, reaffirming the robust partnership between Singapore and the United States as they approach the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026. The discussion underscores…
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Rare Quad Meet in Beijing Signals Unity to China Amid Taiwan Tensions
Overview: A Rare Quad Assembly in Beijing In a moment that surprised many observers of the regional balance of power, a Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) gathering was held in Beijing, a venue far from the group’s usual seats in Washington, Tokyo, New Delhi, and Canberra. The meeting brought together senior diplomats from the four member…
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Rare Quad Meet in Beijing: Indian Envoy Signals Nuanced Message to China Amid Taiwan Tensions
Overview: A Delicate Diplomatic Step in Beijing A rare gathering brought together senior officials tied to the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or Quad, in Beijing this week. The summit, notable for its rarity within Chinese soil, was attended by the Indian ambassador to China and other high-ranking envoys from Quad member countries. The event has quickly…
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Why Our US Alliance Is Under Threat in 2026: Risks and Actions
Overview: The U.S.-Australia Alliance in 2026 The Australia–United States alliance has long been a pillar of regional stability, economic security, and shared democratic values. As 2026 approaches, observers are asking hard questions about whether the partnership can endure amid a shifting strategic landscape. From domestic political divides to broader geopolitical competition and rapid technology changes,…
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Why Our US Alliance Is Under Threat in 2026
Introduction: The alarm about the US alliance in 2026 As the world faces a rapidly shifting security landscape, many allies look to the United States for stability, reassurance, and leadership. Yet by 2026, a confluence of political, economic, and strategic pressures threatens the reliability of the US alliance for partners like Australia. This article examines…
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Japan Approves Record Defence Budget to Counter Rising Tensions with China
Japan Approves Record Defence Budget to Bolster Battlefield Readiness Japan’s Cabinet has sanctioned a record defence budget for the upcoming fiscal year, signaling a clear shift toward strengthening the nation’s military posture in an increasingly tense Indo-Pacific region. With an expenditure exceeding 9 trillion yen (about $85.9 billion), the plan marks the largest single-year defence…
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Military Talks Continue as US and China Meet in Washington
Washington Hosts Renewed US-China Military-to-Military Talks Senior U.S. and Chinese defence officials gathered in Washington this week for another round of military-to-military dialogue, signaling a measured push to stabilise relations amid ongoing strategic tensions. The meeting, led by a senior deputy assistant secretary of defence for China and Taiwan on the American side and equivalent…