Conflicts – Tensions
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‘Expendable’ North Korean troops ordered on futile missions in Russia’s illegal war
FORUM Staff North Korea’s ill-prepared troops, deployed to support Russia’s unprovoked war against Ukraine, are suffering significant casualties, including about 1,000 deaths and injuries during one week in late December…
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PRC funding in doubt for Cambodian canal, other promised projects
FORUM Staff Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol said in May 2024 that a People’s Republic of China (PRC)-owned company would “totally” fund the Funan Techo canal. Phnom Penh touted…
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Japan sharpens measures against airspace violations following Russian, Chinese military incursions
Felix Kim Japan is well positioned to deter and counter violations of its territorial airspace, officials and analysts said following recent incursions by Russian and Chinese military aircraft. “Japan will…
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North Korean troop deployment to Russia violates U.N. resolutions
FORUM Staff The European Union imposed new sanctions on two top North Korean defense officials in mid-December 2024 for their roles in deploying troops to aid Russia’s unprovoked war in…
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Taiwan targeted with more than $836 million in U.S. defense spending
Reuters The United States will provide $571.3 million in defense support for Taiwan, the White House announced in late December 2024, while the U.S. State Department approved the potential sale…
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Australia announces $118 million deal to enhance policing in Solomon Islands
The Associated Press Australia will pay for more police in Solomon Islands and create a police training center in the South Pacific island nation’s capital, Honiara. The $118 million package…
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Upheaval undermines PLA capabilities, fosters distrust, analysts say
FORUM Staff Chinese Communist Party (CCP) General Secretary Xi Jinping has expanded his military purge to loyalists, raising questions about the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) readiness, Xi’s grasp on power,…
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PRC’s links to Russia, battle inexperience cited for slowing arms sales
Voice of America The People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) drive to buttress its military modernization through increased international arms sales has slowed, according to a report from the Stockholm International…
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Kyiv, Seoul deepen security ties over North Korea’s troop deployment to Russia
Agence France-Presse South Korea and Ukraine will enhance their security cooperation in response to North Korea’s troop deployment to bolster Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine. The announcement followed a November…
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Taiwan president strengthens diplomatic support among Blue Pacific nations
FORUM Staff Taiwan President Lai Ching-te sought to bolster support for the island and its democratic government on a tour of Blue Pacific nations. Lai visited the Marshall Islands, Palau…
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