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Second Island Chain
PIF Fragmentation May Alter US-China Competition in the Pacific
By Derek Grossman
A looming north-south split in the Pacific Islands Forum poses both challenges and opportunities to the rival superpowers.
America Is Betting Big on the Second Island Chain
By Derek Grossman
Defense Secretary Esper's recent visits to Palau and Guam highlight the importance of the Second Island Chain to U.S. interests -- and China's growing influence there.
Chinese Research Vessel Surveys Caroline Islands 'to Breach 2nd Island Chain'
By Steven Stashwick
Hydrographic surveys near Guam prompted surveillance by U.S. planes.
Afghanistan's NDS and Pakistan's ISI Give Cooperation Another Try
By Ankit Panda
Plus, India-U.S. carrier cooperation, Thailand's new OPV, and more. Weekend links.
What Can Mussolini’s Navy Teach Us About Chinese Naval Power?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The history of the Italian navy offers great lessons why overestimating your enemy’s capabilities is dangerous.
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