As Taiwan’s new president takes office, report warns of cyber side of China’s ‘long-term’ strategy

As Taiwan’s new president takes office, report warns of cyber side of China’s ‘long-term’ strategy
As Taiwan’s new president takes office, report warns of cyber side of China’s ‘long-term’ strategy

“The PRC shows a strategic preference for activities in cyberspace and other domains that gradually bolster its position over an extended period, prioritizing steady progress and cumulative gains over immediate, overt victories,” a report about PRC cyber activities by Booz Allen finds.

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With back-to-back deals in Peru, South Korea defense industry expands South American foothold

With back-to-back deals in Peru, South Korea defense industry expands South American foothold
With back-to-back deals in Peru, South Korea defense industry expands South American foothold

A new shipbuilding deal could be a test case that, if successful, could lead for years more work and millions more in deals for Seoul, in Peru and South America.

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China’s purported ‘drone carrier’ could be used for testing, shows PLA ‘learning’ mindset: Analysts

China’s purported ‘drone carrier’ could be used for testing, shows PLA ‘learning’ mindset: Analysts
China’s purported ‘drone carrier’ could be used for testing, shows PLA ‘learning’ mindset: Analysts

If it is what it appears, Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his subordinates “are demonstrating a real ability to be flexible and innovative. Not all innovation succeeds, but it’s the willingness to try that counts,” Chinese defense expert Dean Cheng said.

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US postured to lose without a Standing Combined Joint Task Force in INDOPACOM

US postured to lose without a Standing Combined Joint Task Force in INDOPACOM
US postured to lose without a Standing Combined Joint Task Force in INDOPACOM

In this op-ed, John D. Rosenberger discusses the need for a Standing Combined Joint Task Force to face the China threat.

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Aloha: Fixes ongoing, then Army’s new watercraft prototype is Hawaii bound for testing

Aloha: Fixes ongoing, then Army’s new watercraft prototype is Hawaii bound for testing
Aloha: Fixes ongoing, then Army’s new watercraft prototype is Hawaii bound for testing

“Everything that we can knock off that list we will do in the archipelago…because that allows us to do the tests in the environment that the vessel will operate in ultimately,” said Maj. Gen. Jered Helwig.

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US, China will meet in Geneva this week to discuss ‘AI Risk’

US, China will meet in Geneva this week to discuss ‘AI Risk’
US, China will meet in Geneva this week to discuss ‘AI Risk’

Mid-level officials from the NSC and State Department will lead the talks, which follow on Xi-Biden summit last November. No public joint statement is expected, let alone a formal agreement.

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In fiery speech, Aussie defense chief urges support for ‘extraordinary’ AUKUS subs

In fiery speech, Aussie defense chief urges support for ‘extraordinary’ AUKUS subs
In fiery speech, Aussie defense chief urges support for ‘extraordinary’ AUKUS subs

Gen. Angus Campbell also defended the conduct of the Australian military after a recent run-in with Chinese helicopters.

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RAAF head announces wingman testing for Ghost Bat drone

RAAF head announces wingman testing for Ghost Bat drone
RAAF head announces wingman testing for Ghost Bat drone

“Our first challenge is to strengthen our workforce, more specifically to address the shortfalls in those specific masteries and experience levels that constrain our capacity to grow,” the chief of the Royal Australian Air Force said.

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Countering China’s Red Dragon over the South China Sea

Countering China’s Red Dragon over the South China Sea
Countering China’s Red Dragon over the South China Sea

Thelmar Rosarda and Nathaniel Schochet of CNAS argue in this op-ed that the US should strengthen its partnerships with countries to combat China’s aggression in the South China Sea.

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‘Technocrat’ Manele takes reins as Solomon Islands PM, China tilt remains

‘Technocrat’ Manele takes reins as Solomon Islands PM, China tilt remains
‘Technocrat’ Manele takes reins as Solomon Islands PM, China tilt remains

Still, Jeremiah Manele signaled he may take a more balanced approach to the East-West power struggle, recently saying it’s “important to treat every and all of our partners as equals.”

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Is State Dept.’s AUKUS trade certification delay a sign of choppy waters ahead?

Is State Dept.’s AUKUS trade certification delay a sign of choppy waters ahead?
Is State Dept.’s AUKUS trade certification delay a sign of choppy waters ahead?

Ann McDonnell, chief operating officer for Export Controls Australia Group, told Breaking Defense, “I think definitely from the Australian perspective, it really seemed like we had done everything possible that we could do in a really quick timeframe to get that certification.”

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South Korea plans $4B in new weapons investments, including $583M of SM-3s

South Korea plans $4B in new weapons investments, including $583M of SM-3s
South Korea plans $4B in new weapons investments, including $583M of SM-3s

In addition, South Korea will buy four new frigates and create a new air-to-air missile; all told, the three projects will represent roughly $4 billion in investments. 

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What a Chinese academic’s takedown of Russia says about Beijing’s view of Moscow

What a Chinese academic’s takedown of Russia says about Beijing’s view of Moscow
What a Chinese academic’s takedown of Russia says about Beijing’s view of Moscow

China watchers are asking whether Feng’s article is a step in the evolution of differences in Chinese and Russian positions — or is it an overt signal of internal Chinese Communist Party debate over Beijing’s policy of supporting Putin’s war in Ukraine?

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Why Xi created a new Information Support Force, and why now

Why Xi created a new Information Support Force, and why now
Why Xi created a new Information Support Force, and why now

“What does seem clear at this point is that the PLA recognizes that its reforms and modernization efforts are an ongoing effort, which will require further adjustments,” author Dean Cheng writes.

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