US and China Reopen Military Talks Amid Rising Asia-Pacific Tensions
Defense leaders from both nations meet at Shangri-La Dialogue to manage risks and discuss regional security concerns.
- US and China establish a crisis communication group to prevent miscalculations.
- China accuses the US of destabilizing the Asia-Pacific through alliance-building.
- US emphasizes strengthening partnerships in the Indo-Pacific for regional stability.
- China conducts military drills near Taiwan following the inauguration of a pro-independence leader.
- Tensions persist over territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

























