Don’t expect an Indo-Pacific NATO anytime soon
Tensions between the US and China are heating up as a top Chinese general has again accused the US of trying to form an “Asia-Pacific NATO.”
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European markets close lower as positive momentum falters; UniCredit down 4%
European markets closed lower Tuesday, as positive momentum from the past few days faltered.
Philippines’ Kanlaon volcano erupts, spewing ash 5km high and sparking evacuation
Government officials warned of the possibility of further eruptions of Kanlaon volcano, hazardous ash fall and sulphuric odour. They also warned that rivers downstream from the volcano were at risk of flash floods, mudflows and other hazards.
2 Japanese F-35 fighter jets make emergency landings after 1 has a mechanical problem
TOKYO (AP) — Two Japanese F-35A stealth fighter jets made emergency landings at a commercial airport in northern Japan on Monday, but there were no injuries or damage, officials said.
A Pacific Island With Ties to Taiwan Was Hacked. Was It Political?
Palau, a clump of about 350 small islands in the Pacific Ocean, has become increasingly important to the United States as China tries to build clout in the Indo-Pacific. This year, Washington finalized a long-delayed plan to give Palau hundreds of millions of dollars in aid over two decades.
‘Model minority’ myth still harming Asian Americans
May is Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month, a time when Americans celebrate the profound contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – a group that is commonly abbreviated as AAPI – to US society. It’s also a time to acknowledge the complexity of AAPI experience.
Traditional leaders can boost Pacific Islands unity
Pacific Island nations have declared a campaign to move toward recognition of indigenous and traditional leaders in policy development.
French prosecutor in New Caledonia says authorities are investigating suspects behind deadly unrest
NICE, France (AP) — The French prosecutor in New Caledonia said authorities have opened an investigation into unrest that has left seven people dead and significant destruction in the Pacific archipelago with decades of tensions between those seeking independence and those loyal to France.