Free and Open Indo-Pacific/FOIP
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German naval ships to transit Taiwan Strait to uphold Free and Open Indo-Pacific
Reuters Two German Navy ships are set to transit the international waters of the Taiwan Strait in September 2024, becoming the first German military vessels to do so in 22…
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Australia, Japan boost defense ties in face of PRC incursions
The Associated Press Australia and Japan will increase joint military exercises as the nations share concerns over the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) recent incursions into Japanese airspace and territorial…
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Philippines, Singapore deepen ties with defense cooperation agreement
Sarah Chan In a demonstration of strengthening ties, the Philippines and Singapore recently signed a memorandum of understanding on defense cooperation as the partnership becomes increasingly critical amid growing security…
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Will PRC ever live up to its promises in the South China Sea?
FORUM Staff The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has made numerous assurances and commitments to many nations over the decades about its intentions and conduct in the South China Sea,…
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Chinese military aircraft enters Japanese airspace for first time, spurs condemnation
Voice of America Japan scrambled fighter jets after confirming a Chinese military surveillance aircraft violated its territorial airspace off Nagasaki prefecture’s Danjo Islands in the East China Sea in late…
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Japan, U.S. defense alliance gets ‘historic’ upgrade for greater interoperability in Free and Open Indo-Pacific
FORUM Staff The United States is making a consequential and historic upgrade to its U.S. Forces Japan, which will become a Joint Force Headquarters allowing for greater interoperability between the…
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Beijing spreads manipulated message; Philippines, Allies and Partners strengthen security
FORUM Staff With the People’s Republic of China (PRC) facing international opposition to its coercion campaign in the South China Sea, its operatives are trying to change the narrative by…
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Manila condemns PLA’s aggressive moves over Scarborough Shoal
Reuters The Philippines has urged Beijing to de-escalate tensions in the South China Sea after what it described as “very dangerous” actions by People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighter jets, which…
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Vietnam joins Philippines in continental shelf claim, challenging PRC assertiveness in South China Sea
Maria T. Reyes Vietnam filed a claim with the United Nations in mid-July 2024 to extend its continental shelf in the South China Sea, a month after the Philippines made…
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Shared vision, common purpose propel responsible military partners
FORUM Staff Transparency, trust, communication, and respect for global rules and norms are hallmarks of responsible military partners, defense leaders said during the recent Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) multinational…
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