Category: U.S. allies

Which War Is Beijing Preparing For?

October 10, 2021
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Commentary It’s no secret that Beijing is preparing for war. One of the main reasons is China’s cratering economy. The recent collapse of the Evergrande real estate development firm is only the latest in a series of dire symptoms that are fueling rising domestic discontent. The $8 trillion debt crisis in the shadow economy—more than…

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US Allies Snub Biden’s Plan to Counter China

February 11, 2021
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WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden has promised that he would elevate diplomacy and seek a more coordinated approach with U.S. allies to address trade challenges posed by China. His strategy to unite friendly nations to pressure Beijing, however, faces a rift as partners like Germany and France have already signaled that they are not on the same…

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Indo-Pacific Remains a Key Focus for Australia, US Alliance

January 28, 2021
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The Indo-Pacific remains a key focus of the Australia-United States alliance, both Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds and Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin affirmed on Jan. 27. Reynolds and Austin spoke for the first time since the new defence secretary took office in January. Reynolds said the meeting was a “warm and productive” conversation between…

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