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...
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...
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,...
Pakistan Courts China as US Announces Military Aid Cuts | Pakistan conspicuously absent from planned US visits in region
US Vows to Arm Philippines to Fight China | Clinton calls for restraint, announces more weapons transfers
Rep. West: US Needs Bigger Navy to Fight China | Insists China a ‘conventional threat’ to the US
