The United States is seeking more access to airfields and naval ports in the Philippines for an expanded military presence around the country as the Obama administration tries to expand the empire in Asia Pacific. The Philippine Senate forced the closure of major U.S. military bases in the country, but the U.S. military presence in the Philippines has not [...]
China Sees ‘Militarism’ in Obama’s New Strategy | Chinese media warns against ‘appeasement’ of US
The United States is seeking to counter China as a rising military and economic power in Asia-Pacific, as President Obama promised to “make our presence and missions in the Asia-Pacific a top priority.” After the announcement on Wednesday that up to 2,500 U.S. troops would be permanently stationed in Australia, in addition to an increase of [...]
The United States will begin to permanently station up to 2,500 U.S. Marines in Australia, President Obama announced on Wednesday after finalizing a new bilateral defense deal with Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard. In a move widely considered to be aimed at countering growing Chinese military and economic influence in the region, the deal also includes [...]
Russia, China Warn US Against Attacking Iran | Lavrov says attacking Iran would be ‘serious mistake’
China, Russia Both Veto UN Resolution Against Syria | Russia said threats of sanctions were ‘unacceptable’
Pakistan Scrambles for New Allies as Split With US Seems Likely | Army commanders dismiss US allegations of terrorism
Pentagon: China’s Technological Advancement Could Be ‘Destabilizing’ | Report to Congress warns China may become ‘economic and military power’ by 2050
Taiwan and China engaged in a bit of martial showmanship Wednesday. As China’s very first aircraft carrier set sail for the first time, Taiwan brandished its newest, most advanced missile against the backdrop of a billboard that read “Aircraft carrier killer.” Taiwan, a U.S. ally, has been politically separate from mainland China since 1949, despite [...]
Pakistan Courts China as US Announces Military Aid Cuts | Pakistan conspicuously absent from planned US visits in region
