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Where Is China? Absence of Top Officials Sparks Questions at Asia’s Biggest Defence Summit

Where Is China? Absence of Top Officials Sparks Questions at Asia’s Biggest Defence Summit

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As delegates, defence leaders, and security experts gathered in Singapore for the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, one question echoed throughout the venue: Where is China? The Shangri-La Dialogue is widely regarded as Asia’s most influential defence and security forum. Traditionally, China has used this platform to communicate its military outlook, regional priorities, and position on major […]

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Pentagon Chief Calls for Stability in Asia While Addressing Concerns Over China's Growing Military Presence

Pentagon Chief Calls for Stability in Asia While Addressing Concerns Over China’s Growing Military Presence

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As geopolitical tensions continue to shape the future of the Indo-Pacific region, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a carefully balanced message during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, one of Asia’s most influential defense and security forums. Addressing military leaders, policymakers, and security experts from around 45 countries, Hegseth acknowledged growing concerns about China’s rapid […]

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US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

US may need years to rebuild missile stockpiles after Iran conflict, report warns

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A new report has raised growing concerns about the United States military’s ability to quickly rebuild critical weapons stockpiles after the recent Iran conflict, warning that it could take several years before inventories return to safe levels. According to an analysis released by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the US could need […]

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Trump Leaves China with Limited Trade Wins as Taiwan Tensions Resurface

Trump Leaves China with Limited Trade Wins as Taiwan Tensions Resurface

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US President Donald Trump wrapped up his highly anticipated visit to China on Friday, promoting a series of trade agreements that many analysts described as less impactful than expected. While both nations projected optimism in public, underlying tensions surrounding Taiwan, Iran, and global trade remained impossible to ignore. The visit marked Trump’s first trip to […]

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Trump heads to Beijing with business leaders as US-China talks take center stage

Trump heads to Beijing with business leaders as US-China talks take center stage

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US President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Beijing this week for a major summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where trade, technology, Taiwan, and the ongoing Iran conflict are expected to dominate discussions. Before departing Washington, Trump signaled that one of his key priorities would be pushing China to further open its economy […]

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