Indo-Pacific security

US Announces $11 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan: Strategic Deterrence, China’s Fury, and the Shifting Balance of Power in the Indo-Pacific

Manjushree Sudheendra4 weeks ago4 weeks ago17 mins

US Announces $11 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan: Strategic Deterrence, China’s Fury, and the Shifting Balance of Power in the Indo-Pacific The United States has unveiled an $11bn arms sale to Taiwan, including advanced missile systems and artillery. This article explores the strategic rationale, military impact, and far-reaching geopolitical consequences for US-China relations and Indo-Pacific…

US–China Rivalry Escalates: A Battle for Tech Dominance, Global Influence and Indo-Pacific Control

Manjushree Sudheendra1 month ago1 month ago26 mins

US–China Rivalry Escalates: A Battle for Tech Dominance, Global Influence and Indo-Pacific Control The geopolitical landscape is undergoing a major transformation. The escalating rivalry between the United States and China has shifted from traditional trade competition to a multi-layered struggle for technological superiority, economic dominance and strategic power projection. Today, this contest influences global supply…

The 3,400-km/h Missile Changing Asia: Why No Supersonic Cruise Weapon Matches the Speed and Impact of BrahMos

Manjushree Sudheendra2 months ago2 months ago010 mins

The 3,400-km/h Missile Changing Asia: Why No Supersonic Cruise Weapon Matches the Speed and Impact of BrahMos. The BrahMos is a long-range, ramjet-powered supersonic cruise missile developed jointly by India and Russia. It is one of the world’s fastest operational cruise missiles, capable of reaching speeds of up to Mach 3 (around 3,700 km/h or…

Taiwan’s Bold $40 Billion Defense Plan: Why “T-Dome” Matters for Regional Security

Manjushree Sudheendra2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

Taiwan’s Bold $40 Billion Defense Plan: Why “T-Dome” Matters for Regional Security Taipei — On 26 November 2025, Lai Ching‑te unveiled a landmark defense initiative of US$40 billion, earmarked to strengthen Taiwan’s military capabilities over the next eight years. It is a clear signal that the island will no longer rely solely on diplomacy or…

Sanae Takaichi vs Xi Jinping: Inside Japan–China Tensions Over Taiwan and the New Indo-Pacific Power Shift

Manjushree Sudheendra2 months ago2 months ago15 mins

Sanae Takaichi vs Xi Jinping: Inside Japan–China Tensions Over Taiwan and the New Indo-Pacific Power Sanae Takaichi vs Xi Jinping: Japan’s High-Stakes Clash With China Over Taiwan Explained The geopolitical landscape of East Asia is shifting rapidly. At the center of this transformation is the escalating tension between Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Chinese…

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Unshakable Alliance: US Reaffirms Support for Japan Amid China’s Taiwan Flashpoint

Manjushree Sudheendra2 months ago2 months ago15 mins

Unshakable Alliance: US Reaffirms Support for Japan Amid China’s Taiwan Flashpoint. In a dramatic escalation of regional tensions, the United States has publicly reaffirmed its “unwavering” commitment to Japan, following fiery condemnations from China over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan. The US has reaffirmed its “unshakable” support for Japan amid rising…