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Taiwan's KMT-DPP divide shapes China policy through continuity vs autonomy:
Japan's bold shift from post-WWII pacifism lifts arms export limits, enabling lethal weapons sales to 17 defense partners like the US and UK.
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China intensifies pressure on Japan with calls to halt tourism and ban imports, as bilateral ties face heightened strain and Taiwan becomes the flashpoint. Signals broader Indo-Pacific coercion risks.
Expert warning: Hormuz shows how China could launch a law enforcement blockade in the Taiwan Strait, disguised under the One China principle—subtle...
Key developments at the vital Strait of Malacca:
Mutual accusations in latest Spratly Islands clash near Thitu (Pag-asa) amplify miscalculation risks along vital Indo-Pacific routes:
Indonesia expresses readiness to enhance its strategic partnership with China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) amid global tensions—a pragmatic step deepening bilateral security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
Beijing's gray-zone escalation tightens grip on South China Sea and Taiwan approaches, risking Indo-Pacific trade disruptions.
Key timeline in deepening Indo-Pacific defense cooperation:
Key timeline of Balikatan 2026 amid SCS tensions:
15 killed, 7 injured in Central Papua military action against separatists.
Key timeline shifts in US-Indo ties:
Key sequence challenging US dominance beyond First Island Chain:
3.7m Chinese undersea device discovered by fishermen north of Gili Trawangan in the Lombok Strait, secured by Indonesian navy at Mataram base. Raises flags on underwater intrusions near key Indo-Pacific chokepoint.
Sustained coercion trend: PLA eyes AJX002 underwater drones for offensive minelaying to blockade First Island Chain—targeting Ryukyus, Philippines—in...
Indo-Pacific countries are using minilateralism to form small groups with like-minded partners, addressing shared strategic challenges amid competition. Vital for regional security dynamics.
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