U.S. Military

U.S. House Republicans are looking to reverse planned defense cuts. It would have implications for Asia.

The U.S. must be careful in the language it uses with other nations. But whatever you call it, management is OK.

The U.S. military has lots of options to stop the PLA from paralyzing its forces. But business as usual won’t do.

The U.S. and Philippines have started a round of war games this week. Many in the Philippines aren’t happy.

Some European nations want the 20-year embargo on sales to China lifted. Their arguments are strong, but the arguments for not lifting it are stronger.

A series of tactical errors mean North Korea is taking American threats increasingly less seriously. The U.S. has military technical and operational options for changing this quickly.

The Taliban launches a series of coordinated attacks in what it says is the start of a spring offensive.

The U.S. is sending mixed signals about the size of its fighter fleet. It has implications for the Pacific and beyond.

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

The idea that the U.S. can be an aloof offshore balancer in Asia is looking increasingly dated. China will no longer sit idly by and watch its nautical dominance.

AirSea Battle shouldn’t only be about the United States. Working closely with Taiwan could pay dividends and help ensure a stable military balance in the Asia-Pacific.

Despite some troubling media reports about India’s military, its navy is an attractive partner for the U.S.