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Philippines to boost military presence in islands facing Taiwan
The Bashi Channel between those islands and Taiwan considered a choke point for vessels moving between western Pacific and South China Sea.
Wed Feb 07 2024
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Canada to increase military presence in Indo-Pacific - Defence minister
This is as part of a soon-to-be released strategy for the region meant to help counter the rising influence of China, Anita Anand said.
Sat Nov 19 2022
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MH370: Search for plane showcases US military presence, diplomacy in Asia
The expanding search for a missing Malaysian passenger plane has provided the Pentagon with an opportunity to showcase its Pacific presence in the region.
Wed Mar 19 2014
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Greater US military role in Mali likely after polls
The United States is likely to play a more active military role in Mali but cannot work directly with the Malian army until after elections.
Mon Feb 18 2013