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US, Philippine forces sink ship during drills in South China Sea
The drills come a year after the Philippines approved a wider U.S. military presence in the archipelago, which China opposed.
Taiwan reports China sent 4 suspected spy balloons over the island
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says China sent four balloons over the island, three of which passed near a key air force base.
New in 2024: Marines start moving from Japan to new base on Guam
In 2024, the United States and Japan plan to spend more than $1 billion on construction at Camp Blaz, Guam.
Top US military officer speaks with Chinese counterpart
The video call between Gen. CQ Brown and Gen. Liu Zhenli is the first senior military communications between the U.S. and China since August 2022.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US Indo-Pacific commander ‘concerned’ about China-Russia military ties
Adm. John C. Aquilino said he is “very concerned” about increased joint military actions by China and Russia in the region.
Senate passes final defense policy bill
The compromise bill authorizes limited assistance for Ukraine, implements AUKUS and institutionalizes a nuclear weapon.
Defense bill calls for outside scrutiny of Marines’ modernization plan
A provision in Congress' not-yet-final annual defense authorization bill calls for "an independent review, assessment, and analysis" of Force Design 2030.
Why more vets should work in shipyards, according to Marine leader
A dearth of workers is the biggest challenge for the U.S. shipbuilding industry, naval advocates say.
US Navy ship ‘intruded’ in South China Sea waters, China says
The U.S. Navy said the ship “was conducting routine operations in international waters ... consistent with international law.”
US, Philippines conduct joint patrols in South China Sea near Taiwan
The patrols come days after Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called the situation in the South China Sea increasingly “dire.”
Biden, Xi agree to restart military communications
President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping left their first meeting in a year showcasing modest agreements to re-establish military communications.
By Didi Tang, The Associated Press