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March 13, 2023

Eyeing China, Pentagon asks Congress to boost funds for Pacific forces

Politico: The Pentagon is asking Congress to significantly increase funding for the U.S. military’s presence in the Pacific, signaling the

March 10, 2023

Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to resume ties, with China’s help

AP News: Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed Friday to reestablish diplomatic relations and reopen embassies after seven years of tensions.

March 8, 2023

How are China’s neighbours viewing Beijing’s military plans?

The Indian Express: At the opening of China’s rubber-stamp parliament on Sunday, outgoing Premier Li Keqiang announced an increase to

March 8, 2023

Spy balloons likely after military radio intel

The Asahi Shimbun: Defense Ministry officials suspect China has been floating balloons over Japan to spy on military radio communication

March 6, 2023

Ukraine war has made it easier for US to isolate China in the Pacific

CNN: A year after Russia invaded Ukraine, Xi Jinping’s backing of Vladimir Putin has opened the door for the United

March 6, 2023

China plans 7.2% defence spending rise this year, faster than GDP target

Reuters: China will boost defence spending by 7.2% this year, slightly outpacing last year’s increase and faster than the government’s

March 3, 2023

PLA Navy holds 1st amphibious assault ship far sea drills in West Pacific

The Global Times: The Hainan, the first Type 075 amphibious assault ship of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy,

March 2, 2023

House’s first China Committee hearing highlights Taiwan defenses

Defense News WASHINGTON — Lawmakers made the case for arming Taiwan when the House select committee on China convened its

March 2, 2023

The time is now to prepare for China conflict, Army leaders say

Defense News WASHINGTON — Top civilian and uniformed Army leaders said 2023 will be a pivotal year to train new

March 1, 2023

China expands Ream Naval Base in Cambodia

Navy Recognition: Ream Naval Base is a facility operated by the Royal Cambodian Navy in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. The base covers