Chinese Nuclear Carrier

China might have commenced the construction of the Type 004 supercarrier

Recent satellite imagery indicates that China might have initiated the construction of its latest nuclear-powered Type 004 super aircraft carrier. Observers have noted this possibility, although there are several inconsistencies between the images and the typical construction procedures for such vessels. The primary concern is that the images appear to depict a flight deck module, leading to speculation that this could merely be a test … Continue reading China might have commenced the construction of the Type 004 supercarrier

Biden administration urges the Trump administration to keep a consistent approach in the Indo-Pacific

Jake Sullivan, the departing U.S. national security adviser, is encouraging the incoming Trump administration to maintain President Joe Biden‘s approach of strengthening relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region to address challenges posed by adversaries such as China and North Korea. Sullivan stated, in response to a question from VOA during a roundtable with journalists on Friday, “The argument we will present is … Continue reading Biden administration urges the Trump administration to keep a consistent approach in the Indo-Pacific

Donald Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping

Biden spent four years strengthening US alliances in Asia. Will they last through Trump’s next term?

For America’s allies in Asia, the looming prospect of Donald Trump‘s return to the White House is particularly concerning at this juncture. China has been actively modernizing its military capabilities and nuclear stockpile, while also becoming more assertive in its territorial claims in the South China Sea and regarding Taiwan. Meanwhile, North Korea has intensified its aggressive rhetoric and its pursuit of nuclear program. Both … Continue reading Biden spent four years strengthening US alliances in Asia. Will they last through Trump’s next term?

What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

The phrase “When America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold” illustrates the significant impact of the American economy on global markets, a concept that extends to foreign policy during the Trump administration. As President-elect, Donald Trump possesses a strong electoral mandate that empowers him to pursue his “America First” agenda once he assumes office. Global leaders are now strategizing on the potential … Continue reading What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles speaks during a tour of the Sheffield Forgemasters site

Japanese forces will train with Australian and U.S. military personnel in Darwin

Japanese forces are set to commence regular deployments in northern Australia as part of a military collaboration with Australia and the United States, announced Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles on Sunday. Currently, approximately 2,000 U.S. Marines are stationed in Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory, for a six-month period each year, reflecting increasing apprehension among Washington and its allies regarding China’s expanding military influence … Continue reading Japanese forces will train with Australian and U.S. military personnel in Darwin

AUKUS naval forces successfully tested remote-controlled vessels from 10,000 miles away

The navies of the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States successfully managed uncrewed vessels in Australia while stationed over 10,000 miles away in Portugal, according to a statement from Britain’s Royal Navy on Friday. This achievement is part of a series of military trials linked to the AUKUS security agreement, which seeks to address China‘s expanding influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The Royal Navy … Continue reading AUKUS naval forces successfully tested remote-controlled vessels from 10,000 miles away

AUKUS Pillar II: Canada, Japan, New Zealand are new members

AUKUS alliance, comprising Australia, Britain, and the United States, announced on Wednesday that they are engaging in discussions with Canada, Japan, and New Zealand regarding potential partnerships in defense technology initiatives. This collaboration aims to enhance the AUKUS defense technology framework, which is set to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines in the coming decade, while also focusing on the development of advanced weaponry to strengthen … Continue reading AUKUS Pillar II: Canada, Japan, New Zealand are new members

Canada has started efforts to join AUKUS, a three-member alliance of the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom

Canada is currently engaged in discussions regarding its potential participation in an expanded AUKUS agreement involving the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, aimed at addressing China’s increasing military presence in the Asia Pacific region, according to Canadian Defence Minister Bill Blair. Canada has expressed interest in joining a second component of AUKUS that focuses on collaboration in advanced military technologies, such as artificial … Continue reading Canada has started efforts to join AUKUS, a three-member alliance of the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom