He urged Indo-Pacific allies to increase investments in defense, as European partners have. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at the International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue…
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DOJ Settles With Owners of Dali For Key Bridge Cleanup Costs
The cargo ship’s owner and manager deny liability, only accept responsibility for clearing the shipping channel. The Department of Justice announced that a settlement was reached with two…
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State and Defense Secretaries Engage in Meetings in Asia
The secretary of state will have a sideline meeting with the Chinese minister of foreign affairs. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin traveled this…
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U.S. and 13 Nations Sign Portions of New Indo-Pacific Economic Agreement
Secretary Raimondo participated in negotiations for a fair, clean economy with a strong supply chain. Leaders from the United States and 13 nations gathered in Singapore last week…
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U.S., Japan, and South Korea Strengthen Security Ties Amid Regional Tensions
Secretary Austin meets with defense ministers in Singapore to discuss the threat from North Korea. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Japan Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru, and Republic…
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U.S. and 12 Allies Promise Increased Military Response to Red Sea Attacks
Houthi assaults against commercial vessels are called “illegal, unacceptable, and profoundly destabilizing.” The United States released a joint statement with 12 other nations this week, threatening increased military…
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House Speaker to Visit Taiwan
Chinese media says to pray for her. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi confirmed she will be visiting Taiwan and meeting with government officials this week. However, a Chinese media commentator…
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President Hosts Southeast Asian Leaders
Will unveil new regional trade pact plan. The leaders of eight Southeast Asian nations were hosted at the White House by the president this week for a two-day…
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Commerce Secretary Announces Global CBPR Forum
Several nations collaborate to address global privacy. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced last week the establishment of the Global Cross Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) Forum. Canada, Japan,…
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Vice President Speaks Out on China’s Aggression
Speaks about China’s actions in the South China Sea while on her SE Asian tour. During a speech in Singapore on Tuesday, Vice President Harris focused her remarks…
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