Japan, US conduct joint drill near Okinawa
Three aircraft from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and two from the US Air Force participated in the drill held Aug 4.
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Taiwan tensions mark a low in US-China relations, but it could have been worse
Despite the unprecedented muscle-flexing in the Taiwan Strait, Beijing has stopped short of taking more drastic action that would severely hurt ties with the US.
US bullying to blame for tensions: China envoy
Enraged by Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan, China broke off communication with the US on key topics such as climate change, defense and transnational crime.
US to work with Philippines in resolving rights issues: Blinken
US State Secretary Antony Blinken made the remark in an online press briefing with Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo after the US official met with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
South Korea, US speakers reaffirm strength of alliance, will to denuclearize North Korea
Taiwan and China went noticeably unmentioned throughout Pelosi’s visit to Korea.
South Korea keeps watchful eye on Pelosi’s potential visit to Taiwan
While the South Korean ministry did not provide an official comment regarding Pelosi’s possible visit to Taiwan, the ministry said it still supports peace and stability in…
S. Korea, US defense chiefs agree to step up military exercises
The two officials said that the alliance will get stronger given North Korea’s provocative actions.
Japan, U.S. foreign ministers affirm importance of Taiwan Strait
The two men also reiterated the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, where China is increasing military pressure.
Pelosi to lead US congressional delegation on visit to S’pore, Malaysia, SK, Japan
Ms Pelosi's office announced on Sunday that the visit seeks "to reaffirm America's strong and unshakeable commitment to our allies and friends in the region".
Japan-U.S. to boost economic cooperation, eying China
The two countries intend to promote bilateral cooperation in the field of semiconductors, human resource development and supply chain enhancement.