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world2 days ago•16 min saved

HMS Anson Arrives in Australia as AUKUS Deepens Naval Ties

The Royal Navy’s Astute-class submarine HMS Anson arrived in Western Australia for the first time, docking at HMAS Stirling near Perth as part of the AUKUS security partnership. The visit aims to strengthen interoperability with the Royal Australian Navy and United States Navy, support Australia’s ability to operate and maintain conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines, and include a maintenance period plus engagement activities linked to the Royal Australian Navy’s 125th anniversary. AUKUS also foresees expanding the submarine fleet and advancing joint technologies, including AI data analysis on an Australian P-8 aircraft, with thousands of jobs expected in the UK and Australia.

via navalnews.com|

#aukus #hmas-stirling #hms-anson

world17 days ago•6 min saved

Subic Bay Reawakens as a Strategic Indo-Pacific Hub Near China

Subic Bay in the Philippines is being revived as a major Indo-Pacific hub, with a reactivated Hyundai shipyard boosting civilian and potential defense-related activity under the US-Philippines Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement. The complex now hosts multiple defense-linked tenants and a growing US footprint, while Washington and Manila study forward-deployed ammunition production in the Indo-Pacific; as of early 2026, no weapons manufacturing at Subic has been confirmed, but the site is viewed as increasing strategic leverage near Taiwan and China amid regional tensions.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#edca #indo-pacific #shipbuilding

world2 months ago•4 min saved

US's Quad Initiative Faces Challenges Amid Political and Diplomatic Strains

The Quad alliance, originally formed to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific, is now weakening due to US policy shifts under Trump and Biden, including strained relations with India and Japan, and a focus on short-term economic gains over strategic unity, risking its effectiveness against China's expanding power.

via The Hill|

#alliances #china #indo-pacific

world3 months ago•3 min saved

China Deploys Third Aircraft Carrier Fujian to Boost Naval Power

China has commissioned its third and largest aircraft carrier, Fujian, equipped with electromagnetic catapults, marking a significant step in its naval expansion and modernization, amidst regional tensions and a broader Indo-Pacific naval buildup.

via USNI News|

#aircraft-carrier #china #fujian

world3 months ago•4 min saved

US vows strong defense of Indo-Pacific interests amid China tensions

The US defense chief emphasized strong support for Indo-Pacific interests during talks with China and India, including a new defense framework with India and discussions on regional security concerns, amidst ongoing tensions over Taiwan and South China Sea issues.

via AP News|

#india-us-partnership #indo-pacific #military-cooperation

world3 months ago•2 min saved

US and Malaysia Strengthen Security Ties Amid Rising China Tensions

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun to discuss regional security concerns, particularly China's naval activities around Taiwan and the South China Sea, amid ongoing US efforts to bolster regional defense and stability following a recent US-China trade truce and high-level diplomatic engagements.

via Bloomberg.com|

#defense-meeting #indo-pacific #south-china-sea

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Japan's New Prime Minister Navigates US and China Relations

Japanese politician Takaichi is carefully balancing her approach to Trump, aiming to engage him on shared Indo-Pacific security goals while avoiding contentious issues like trade and defense, amidst strengthening US-Japan relations and economic cooperation.

via Politico|

#diplomacy #indo-pacific #japan

world4 months ago•5 min saved

U.S. Allies Reassess Ties Amid Waning American Influence in Indo-Pacific

Amid doubts about U.S. leadership, European and Indo-Pacific allies are increasingly cooperating on trade, security, and technology to adapt to a more uncertain global order, emphasizing the need for stronger regional coalitions without relying solely on U.S. dominance.

via NPR|

#defense-collaboration #european-union #indo-pacific

militarydefense5 months ago•7 min saved

US Deploys Typhon Missile System to Japan Amid Rising Regional Tensions

The U.S. Army has deployed the Typhon missile system to Japan for the first time during the Resolute Dragon exercise, signaling a strategic move to enhance military capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region and counter China, with the system capable of launching Tomahawk cruise missiles and SM-6 missiles for land and sea targets.

via The War Zone|

#china-threat #indo-pacific #japan-deployment

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Japan Flags Rising China Threat Amid Global Crisis Concerns

Japan warns of escalating Chinese military activities in the Indo-Pacific, including increased Chinese warship presence, aircraft carrier operations, and close encounters, prompting Japan to bolster its defenses on southwestern islands amid concerns over Taiwan and regional stability.

via Politico|

#china #indo-pacific #japan

world7 months ago•5 min saved

US and Indo-Pacific Partners Boost Critical Minerals and Maritime Cooperation

The US, Australia, India, and Japan launched the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative to diversify supply chains and counter China's dominance in critical minerals, amid strained relations due to trade frictions and geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.

via Reuters|

#china #indo-pacific #minerals

world7 months ago•6 min saved

Quad Allies Commit to Diversifying Critical Mineral Supplies Amid China Concerns

The Quad foreign ministers reaffirm their commitment to a free, open, and stable Indo-Pacific, emphasizing cooperation on maritime security, economic resilience, technology, and humanitarian aid, while addressing regional challenges such as China's assertiveness, North Korea's missile tests, Myanmar's crisis, and supply chain vulnerabilities.

via U.S. Department of State (.gov)|

#critical-minerals #indo-pacific #maritime-disputes

world8 months ago•0 min saved

NATO Spending Pact Sets New Standard for Indo-Pacific Allies

NATO countries have committed to increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, a move that could influence US strategic focus and military resources towards the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in containing China, although the US pivot may be gradual due to European political and logistical challenges.

via The Japan Times|

#china #defense-spending #indo-pacific

world9 months ago•4 min saved

Hegseth Urges Asia to Increase Defense Spending Amid China Threat

US defense officials, including Pete Hegseth, urged Asian countries to increase military spending to counter China's growing threat, emphasizing regional deterrence and cooperation, while highlighting US commitments and joint projects in the Indo-Pacific region.

via The Guardian|

#asia-military-spending #china-threat #indo-pacific

world9 months ago•5 min saved

Hegseth Warns of Urgent Chinese Threat to Taiwan and U.S. Military Repositioning

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured allies at the Shangri-La Dialogue that the US will support them against Chinese aggression, warning of an imminent threat to Taiwan and emphasizing the need for increased military readiness and alliances in the Indo-Pacific region.

via ABC News|

#chinese-aggression #indo-pacific #military-alliance