South Korea, US vow action on North Korea amid push for new ties
The push comes as South Korea seeks a bigger global role with its latest Indo-Pacific Strategy, the hallmark of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s foreign policy.
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Increasing American bases may not bring the Philippines safety
By strengthening its military presence in the Philippines, the paper says the US doubtlessly hurts regional stability and increases regional tensions.
North Korea threatens US to face ‘toughest’ response
The statement came days after the South Korean and US defence chiefs agreed on steps to enhance the alliance’s deterrence and readiness posture.
US gets access to more Philippines bases
The locations of the four additional military bases were not disclosed, but Defence Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. described these areas as “very vulnerable to climate change.”
Beijing urges US officials to abide by one-China principle
"Taiwan is an inalienable part of China," foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, noting that resolving the Taiwan question is a matter for the Chinese and must be decided by…
US defence secretary Austin’s Manila visit to bring deal on expanded base access
Washington is eager to extend its security options as part of efforts to deter moves by China, while Manila wants to bolster defence of its territorial claims in the disputed…
China expresses concern over reports of Huawei export curbs
A Foreign Ministry spokeswoman also said China will continue to firmly safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises.
South Korea, US agree to further step up military exercises
The two countries also agreed to expand combined field training exercises and to conduct a large-scale combined joint firing demonstration to strengthen the alliance’s…
‘South Korea, US both have roles to play on nuclear deterrence’: Nato sec-gen
As long as authoritarian powers do not relinquish their control over nuclear weapons, nuclear deterrence cannot be ruled out, the Stoltenberg said.
Odds ‘very high’ of US military conflict with China: Top Republican
Both the United States and Taiwan will hold presidential elections in 2024, potentially creating an opportunity for China to take military action.