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South Korea Prepares for Trump Reelection with Early Renewal of Defense

South Korea’s government on Tuesday appointed a career diplomat named Lee Tae-woo to head up hasty negotiations to renew the country’s defense pact with the United States, which does not expire for two years. Former President Donald Trump has specifically asked South Korea to increase its contributions by 500 percent. South Korea’s move to ensure […]

Philippines affirms defense against China in the South China Sea territory

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has expressed the need to protect his territory in the South China Sea from what he calls Chinese aggression and illegal activities. Speaking at the Lowy Institute in Melbourne, Marcos argued that China’s actions violate the sovereignty and rights of the Philippines. China’s claims in the South China Sea contradict […]