US defense secretary broadens cooperation with Vietnam
3 years, 5 months ago

US defense secretary broadens cooperation with Vietnam

Associated Press  

HANOI, Vietnam — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met his Vietnamese counterpart on Thursday to deepen cooperation in security and pandemic recovery, after Washington vowed support for Southeast Asian nations embroiled in territorial rifts with China. Vietnam and the Philippines, Austin’s next stop, are among China’s fiercest opponents in the territorial disputes in the South China Sea, where Beijing has ignored neighbors’ protests and has constructed several islands equipped with airstrips and military installations. In Hanoi, Austin and Vietnamese Defense Minister Phan Van Giang discussed cooperation in resolving the legacies of the war that ended in 1975, including the continuing searches for American MIAs, removal of land mines and the decontamination of the powerful defoliant dioxin Agent Orange used by U.S. troops during the Vietnam War, according to Vietnam’s Defense Ministry. He repeated that Beijing’s claim to the South China Sea “has no basis in international law” and “treads on the sovereignty of states in the region.” He said the U.S. supports the region’s coastal states in upholding their rights under international law, and is committed to its defense treaty obligations with Japan and the Philippines.

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Southeast Asian defense chiefs discuss regional security with US, China and other partner nations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Southeast Asian defense chiefs discuss regional security with US, China and other partner nations

Associated Press  

VIENTIANE, Laos — Southeast Asian defense chiefs met Thursday with their counterparts from China, the United States and other nations in Laos for security talks, which come as Beijing’s increasingly assertive stance in its claim to most of the South China Sea is leading to more confrontations. The U.S. and China have been working to improve frayed military-to-military communications and …

Southeast Asian defense chiefs discuss regional security with US, China and other partner nations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Southeast Asian defense chiefs discuss regional security with US, China and other partner nations

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US defense chief regrets China’s decision not to meet during Southeast Asian security talks
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US defense chief regrets China’s decision not to meet during Southeast Asian security talks

Associated Press  

VIENTIANE, Laos — U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed regret Wednesday that his Chinese counterpart chose not to hold talks with him during meetings of Southeast Asian defense chiefs in Laos, calling it a setback for the entire region. They pledged to support ASEAN and expressed their “serious concern about destabilizing actions in the East and South China Seas, …

China rebuffs meeting with US defense secretary
1 month, 4 weeks ago

China rebuffs meeting with US defense secretary

CNN  

CNN — China rejected a meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during a conference in southeast Asia this week, marking the latest turn in a tumultuous relationship between the two countries’ defense leaders. Austin sought to meet with his Chinese counterpart, Dong Jun, at the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Laos as part of a long-standing effort to maintain military …

Philippine defense secretary doesn’t expect Trump will demand payment for protection
2 months ago

Philippine defense secretary doesn’t expect Trump will demand payment for protection

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said Tuesday that he didn’t expect President-elect Donald Trump’s next administration would demand that the Philippines pay more for military protection because both allies faced the shared threat of China. Asked if Trump would expect the Philippines, like Taiwan, to pay for U.S. protection, Teodoro replied: “I really don’t expect some sort …

The Philippines-China-Vietnam Triangle and Limits of the ‘Friends and Enemies’ Maxim
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The Philippines-China-Vietnam Triangle and Limits of the ‘Friends and Enemies’ Maxim

The Diplomat  

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Leaders of China and Vietnam pledge to strengthen political and economic ties
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Leaders of China and Vietnam pledge to strengthen political and economic ties

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The leaders of China and Vietnam pledged to further their economic ties and gave a nod to their shared communist ideology during the first visit by Vietnam’s new president to Beijing on Monday. Xi remarked on the “deep friendship” between Vietnam and China and said Vietnam was a priority for Beijing’s “neighborhood diplomacy.” “As two ruling Communist parties …

China says Vietnam President To Lam to make three-day visit
5 months ago

China says Vietnam President To Lam to make three-day visit

The Hindu  

China said Vietnamese President To Lam will visit for three days from Sunday, on his first overseas trip since he was formally named his country's top leader. "Vietnamese President To Lam will pay a state visit to China from August 18 to 20," Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said in a statement Thursday, adding Chinese President Xi Jinping had invited …

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Grappling with maritime disputes and Myanmar crisis, ASEAN top diplomat meetings joined by US, China

The Independent  

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ASEAN top diplomats discuss South China Sea disputes, Myanmar fighting
5 months, 2 weeks ago

ASEAN top diplomats discuss South China Sea disputes, Myanmar fighting

Al Jazeera  

US Secretary of State Blinken, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang are seeking to expand their countries’ influence in the region. The top diplomats from Southeast Asia are grappling with tensions over the South China Sea, the escalating fighting in Myanmar, and regional rivalries as they meet in Laos. Hours before those talks, Blinken hit out at China’s “escalatory and unlawful actions …

Southeast Asian diplomats meet with China as friction mounts over Beijing’s sweeping maritime claims
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Southeast Asian diplomats meet with China as friction mounts over Beijing’s sweeping maritime claims

Associated Press  

VIENTIANE, Laos — Top diplomats from Southeast Asia met Friday in Laos with China’s foreign minister for talks that come as friction escalates over Beijing’s growing effort to press its sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea. “One wrong step in the South China Sea will turn a small fire into a terrible firestorm,” Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi …

Beijing and Hanoi united in their desire to ensure stable regional environment: China Daily editorial
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing and Hanoi united in their desire to ensure stable regional environment: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping meets with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 26, 2024. In December last year, during a visit to Hanoi, President Xi, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Nguyen Phu Trong, general secretary of the Communist …

A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’

Associated Press  

HANOI, Vietnam — A senior U.S. diplomat held talks in Vietnam on Saturday and said that the trust between the two countries was at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi. Russia remains important for Vietnam, not just because it is an old ally from the Cold War era, but also because it …

U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying U.S.-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying U.S.-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’

LA Times  

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink speaks in Taguig, Philippines, in May. A senior U.S. diplomat held talks in Vietnam on Saturday and said that the trust between the two countries was at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi. Russia remains important for Vietnam, not …

U.S. renews warning it's obligated to defend the Philippines after its new clash with China at sea
6 months, 4 weeks ago

U.S. renews warning it's obligated to defend the Philippines after its new clash with China at sea

The Hindu  

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Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente

Al Jazeera  

US defence chief Lloyd Austin hails a ‘new era of security’ in the Asia Pacific, drawing a strong pushback from a senior Chinese official. Defence chief Lloyd Austin has praised a “new era of security” in the Asia Pacific as he underscored that the region remained a major strategic priority for the United States, drawing a quick pushback from a …

US Defense Secretary Austin expected to meet with Chinese counterpart in Singapore
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US Defense Secretary Austin expected to meet with Chinese counterpart in Singapore

Associated Press  

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China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months
8 months, 4 weeks ago

China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months

Al Jazeera  

United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun have held their first substantive talks in nearly 18 months as the two countries work to restore military ties. It said Austin “underscored the importance of respect for high seas freedom of navigation guaranteed under international law, especially in the South China Sea”. “The US side should …

China-Vietnam hotline sets example for handling of maritime disputes: China Daily editorial
9 months ago

China-Vietnam hotline sets example for handling of maritime disputes: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

That China and Vietnam have agreed to establish a hotline between the Chinese People's Liberation Army's Southern Theater Command and the Vietnamese navy reflects the strategic mutual trust that exists between the two countries. The latest development indicates that the two sides do not want their territorial disputes in the South China Sea to impinge on their friendly relations, as …

US and Philippines step up strategic partnership as China threats loom in South China Sea
9 months ago

US and Philippines step up strategic partnership as China threats loom in South China Sea

The Independent  

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US and Philippines step up strategic partnership as China threats loom in South China Sea
9 months ago

US and Philippines step up strategic partnership as China threats loom in South China Sea

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Friday reassured the Philippines anew that the U.S. commitment to the country’s defense is steadfast amid increasing concerns about provocative Chinese actions in disputed areas of the South China Sea. “We attach a lot of importance to this meeting especially in light of recent developments in the South China Sea, especially China’s escalation of …

ASEAN cautious of walking into the US trap
10 months ago

ASEAN cautious of walking into the US trap

China Daily  

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Philippines and Vietnam agree to expand cooperation in South China Sea, which Beijing also claims
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Philippines and Vietnam agree to expand cooperation in South China Sea, which Beijing also claims

The Hindu  

The Philippines and Vietnam signed agreements Tuesday to prevent incidents in the South China Sea and broaden cooperation between their coast guards in a growing alliance that will likely be frowned upon by China, which claims virtually the entire waters. "There continue to be … unilateral and illegal actions that violate our sovereignty, sovereign rights and jurisdiction and exacerbate tensions …

Philippines and Vietnam agree to expand cooperation in South China Sea, which Beijing also claims
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Philippines and Vietnam agree to expand cooperation in South China Sea, which Beijing also claims

Associated Press  

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In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia
1 year ago

In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia

Al Jazeera  

In 2023, the US made a ‘once in a generation effort’ to boost diplomatic and defence ties in the Asia Pacific as part of a campaign to compete with China, analysts say. And the US military’s so-called “freedom of navigation exercises” in the contested waterways near China are part of a push by the administration of President Joe Biden to …

US confident over Vietnam ties despite defence pledges with China
1 year ago

US confident over Vietnam ties despite defence pledges with China

Firstpost  

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China’s Xi pushes more trust with Vietnam after Hanoi’s move closer to Washington
1 year, 1 month ago

China’s Xi pushes more trust with Vietnam after Hanoi’s move closer to Washington

CNN  

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1 year, 1 month ago

China’s Xi on visit to Vietnam months after Hanoi strengthened ties with US

Al Jazeera  

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1 year, 4 months ago

China sees ‘Cold War mentality’ in US-Vietnam pact, Vietnamese disagree

Al Jazeera  

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Biden says U.S. outreach to Vietnam is about providing global stability, not containing China
1 year, 4 months ago

Biden says U.S. outreach to Vietnam is about providing global stability, not containing China

LA Times  

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1 year, 4 months ago

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Al Jazeera  

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China’s premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing’s aggression at sea

Associated Press  

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Biden will visit Hanoi next month as he seeks to strengthen US-Vietnam relations
1 year, 4 months ago

Biden will visit Hanoi next month as he seeks to strengthen US-Vietnam relations

Associated Press  

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Biden will visit Hanoi next month as he seeks to strengthen US-Vietnam relations
1 year, 4 months ago

Biden will visit Hanoi next month as he seeks to strengthen US-Vietnam relations

The Independent  

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'Clash with US would be unbearable disaster': China seeks dialogue with Washington
1 year, 7 months ago

'Clash with US would be unbearable disaster': China seeks dialogue with Washington

India TV News  

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US defense secretary says Washington won’t stand for ‘coercion and bullying’ from China
1 year, 7 months ago

US defense secretary says Washington won’t stand for ‘coercion and bullying’ from China

Associated Press  

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US Defense Secretary Austin says Washington won't stand for 'coercion and bullying' from China
1 year, 7 months ago

US Defense Secretary Austin says Washington won't stand for 'coercion and bullying' from China

The Independent  

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Pentagon chief Austin says U.S. won’t stand for ‘coercion and bullying’ from China
1 year, 7 months ago

Pentagon chief Austin says U.S. won’t stand for ‘coercion and bullying’ from China

LA Times  

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US defense secretary says ongoing lack of communication with China could lead to incident that could ‘spiral out of control’
1 year, 7 months ago

US defense secretary says ongoing lack of communication with China could lead to incident that could ‘spiral out of control’

CNN  

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China declines meeting with U.S. defence chief: Pentagon
1 year, 7 months ago

China declines meeting with U.S. defence chief: Pentagon

The Hindu  

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China’s FM holds talks in Philippines amid strained ties
1 year, 8 months ago

China’s FM holds talks in Philippines amid strained ties

Associated Press  

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US, Vietnam pledge to boost ties as Blinken visits Hanoi
1 year, 9 months ago

US, Vietnam pledge to boost ties as Blinken visits Hanoi

Associated Press  

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Blinken visits Hanoi, pledges to take US-Vietnam relations to 'even higher level'
1 year, 9 months ago

Blinken visits Hanoi, pledges to take US-Vietnam relations to 'even higher level'

Firstpost  

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Philippines, China to use diplomacy to address boundary disputes
1 year, 9 months ago

Philippines, China to use diplomacy to address boundary disputes

Firstpost  

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Philippines eyes South China Sea patrols with US, Australia
1 year, 10 months ago

Philippines eyes South China Sea patrols with US, Australia

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is in talks with the United States as well as Australia on future joint patrols in the South China Sea, where China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the disputed waters are causing concern, top defense officials in the three nations said Wednesday. “The two leaders discussed proposals to deepen operational cooperation and enhance the United States …

US pushes defense ties with Indonesia as China strengthens
2 years, 1 month ago

US pushes defense ties with Indonesia as China strengthens

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin met his Indonesian counterpart on Monday to push stronger defense ties amid growing Chinese naval activity in the Indo-Pacific region. Austin, at a joint news conference after meeting with Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, said they discussed ways to deepen the two countries’ partnership, including through expanding interoperability and increasing investments …

U. S. warns it will defend ally if China breaks sea ruling
2 years, 6 months ago

U. S. warns it will defend ally if China breaks sea ruling

The Hindu  

U. S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken renewed a call to China to comply with a 2016 arbitration ruling that invalidated Beijing's vast claims in the South China Sea and warned that Washington is obligated to defend treaty ally Philippines if its forces, vessels or aircraft come under attack in the disputed waters. “We also reaffirm that an armed attack …

China accuses US of trying to ‘hijack’ support in Asia
2 years, 7 months ago

China accuses US of trying to ‘hijack’ support in Asia

Associated Press  

SINGAPORE — China’s defense minister accused the United States on Sunday of trying to “hijack” the support of countries in the Asia-Pacific region to turn them against Beijing, saying Washington is seeking to advance its own interests “under the guise of multilateralism.” Defense Minister Gen. Wei Fenghe lashed out at U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, rejecting his “smearing accusation” …

China continues to ‘harden its position’ along border with India: U.S. Defence Secretary
2 years, 7 months ago

China continues to ‘harden its position’ along border with India: U.S. Defence Secretary

The Hindu  

Beijing continues to “harden its position” along the border that it shares with India, U.S. Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin said on Saturday while stating that the People’s Republic of China adopts a more “coercive and aggressive approach” to its territorial claims. “We’re also working together to make the region’s security architecture more transparent and more inclusive.” Mr. Austin …

China’s military activity around Taiwan threatens region: U.S.
2 years, 7 months ago

China’s military activity around Taiwan threatens region: U.S.

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin stressed American support for Taiwan on Saturday, suggesting at Asia’s premier defence forum that recent Chinese military activity around the self-governing island threatens to change the status quo. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Mr. Austin noted a “steady increase in provocative and destabilizing military activity near Taiwan,” including almost daily military flights …

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