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The US share of global military spending has hit 43 percent. Despite double-digit hikes, China still lags far behind.

What the 18th century Gaspee incident could say about the US Navy’s role in Asia and the South China Sea.

Despite its growing military and economic power, Russia doesn’t see China as a threat. The potential chaos in Central Asia is another matter.

Robert Gates announces a new US Navy presence in Singapore. Is the plan a response to China’s naval build-up?

China’s military is learning the benefits of soft power. The so-called Peace Ark could be just the start.

Is the talk around the port of Gwadar a sign that China is considering a string of pearls strategy? Anti-air missile batteries will be the first sign.

Talks between the US and Chinese militaries can be great. But dialogue can also reduce trust over maritime differences as well boosting it.

Traditional Cold War definitions of containment don’t really apply to US policy toward China.

Traditional Cold War definitions of containment don’t really apply to US policy toward China.

China’s military has been focusing on an area-denial strategy. Could US drones overcome this?

The Chinese Navy’s Shi Lang aircraft carrier could have a more sophisticated radar system than expected.

The first resident US ambassador to ASEAN has plenty to think about, starting with tackling China.