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Taiwan’s Navy Gets Stealthy

Taiwan’s Navy Gets Stealthy

News that Taiwan is set to get some stealthy fast patrol boats is welcome. But without some daring personnel, it might come to nothing.

China and the Philippines Navy

China and the Philippines Navy

The recent standoff between a Philippine Navy vessel and Chinese ships underscored Philippine weaknesses.

Measuring Military Modernization

Measuring Military Modernization

Media coverage of a report on China’s military are misleading. There have been fewer surprises than suggested.

China, Philippines in Standoff

China, Philippines in Standoff

The standoff between a Philippine warship and Chinese ships is a reminder of South China Sea tensions.

 Must U.S. Navy Downsize Plans?

Must U.S. Navy Downsize Plans?

The U.S. Navy is set to shrink. Can it meets its goal of a pivot in response to China’s growing military power?

Taking the Piracy Fight Ashore

Taking the Piracy Fight Ashore

A top Chinese general has suggested a new approach to fighting piracy in Somalia. Caution is warranted.

U.S. Must Remove UNCLOS Handcuffs

U.S. Must Remove UNCLOS Handcuffs

Critics say the U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea infringes U.S. sovereignty. Actually, it would save the U.S. money, help counter China and make the Pacific safer.

China Carrier Preps for Flight Ops?

China Carrier Preps for Flight Ops?

New images surfacing on the internet suggest China’s aircraft carrier has taken a big step toward flights ops.

India, China and the Pirates

India, China and the Pirates

An agreement between China, India and Japan to coordinate over combating piracy in the Gulf of Aden is an encouraging sign of military cooperation. But it’s no panacea.

Wrong About the Navy

Wrong About the Navy

A wire report error over new amphibious assault vessels is a reminder of the need for accurate Navy information.

China’s Falkland Islands Lesson

China’s Falkland Islands Lesson

The 1982 Falklands War and the growing tensions now could be instructive for Chinese naval strategists.

China’s Falkland Islands Lesson

China’s Falkland Islands Lesson

The 1982 Falklands War and the growing tensions now could be instructive for Chinese naval strategists.

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