Tag: pivot to Asia

Philippines agrees to increased US presence

The United States and the Philippines are set to strengthen security and economic ties amid…

Defence Minister: China's military buildup poses no threat

Defence Minister Liang Guanglie brushed off concerns on China’s military buildup, saying it “poses no…

Thailand to join trade pact with US

Thailand agreed to join a US-led regional trade pact as President Barack Obama propped up…

Asian nations seek US support as Barack Obama visits

Asia’s maritime disputes will take center stage at next week’s meetings between the region’s leaders…

Obama faces balancing act on China

President Barack Obama faces a tough balancing act on China as he reinforces his “pivot…

Japan, US deepen security alliance

Japan and the US have agreed to consider revising guidelines on an existing security alliance.…

Barack Obama first president to visit Myanmar

US President Barack Obama is expected to visit Myanmar later in the month, a senior…

Barack Obama's US election victory "largely positive" for Asia

US President Barack Obama has been given another four years following a close race in…

US Navy vessel rescues five Filipino fishermen

A US vessel rescued five Filipino fishermen early Tuesday morning after their boat capsized off…

US showcase military might with Vietnamese officials

A US aircraft carrier showcased its military might in the South China Sea, off Vietnam,…

Chinese media berates Romney for Beijing talk

Chinese media criticized US presidential candidate Mitt Romney over cutting language directed at China, AFP…

China summons US diplomat over disputed islands

Beijing summoned a US diplomat over remarks critical of China, sending both countries into a…

US "pivot to Asia" bolsters navy presence

US defense secretary Leon Panetta has visited Cam Ranh Bay, an essential port for US…