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Tag: East Asia
China Is Courting, and Confronting, U.S. Allies Made Uneasy by Trump
Even as China offers itself to nations like Japan as a more reliable partner, its ships are pushing into their neighborhoods — sometimes on the very same day.
Canada’s Gas Brings Indigenous People New Money, and Old Worries
New export terminals along the rugged Pacific coastline have reignited a generations-old debate over identity and environmental stewardship.
World Reacts to Donald Trump’s Win in U.S. Presidential Election
Donald J. Trump has said he would transform America’s relationship with allies and adversaries. He has pledged to end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours, increase tariffs and deport millions.
U.S. Turns to China to Stop North Korean Troops From Fighting for Russia
American agencies have assessed that China dislikes the growing partnership between Russia and North Korea. The State Department has raised the troop issue with Chinese diplomats.
The U.S. Army Prepares for War With China: New Vehicles, Face Paint and a 1,200-Foot Fall
The big and cumbersome Army is trying to transform itself to deploy quickly to Asia, if needed. It is an inherently dangerous business.
Flying Into Storms Improves Forecasts, but It Is Rare in Asia’s Typhoon Alley
While observational flights have improved forecasts for many storms in the Americas, such flights have been far fewer for storms that have hit Asia.
With Jets and Ships, China is Honing Its Ability to Choke Taiwan
China’s large-scale military exercises are encircling Taiwan and testing the island’s defenses. They also raise the risk of conflict, accidental or otherwise.
Can the Government Get People to Have More Babies?
Japan has been trying to boost its fertility rate for 30 years. Now the rest of the rich world is, too.
Why China’s and Russia’s Militaries Are Training Together
The two countries have held joint exercises near Alaska, Taiwan and Japan in defiance of the United States and its alliances.