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Australia to Help Boost Security in Solomon Islands

Australia will boost security in Solomon Islands by sending additional personnel to cover both the Pacific Games and the general elections.

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China Claims Electromagnetic Railgun Development Over Rivals US, Japan

The Chinese Navy claims to have developed a powerful electromagnetic railgun that can launch projectiles at “very high ”speed and precision.

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US Lawmaker Promises ‘Resolute Reaction’ if Taiwan Attacked

Any unprovoked attack on Taiwan will result in a "resolute reaction" from Washington, US Congressman Rob Wittman said during a visit to Taipei.

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US Approves First Arms to Taiwan Under Foreign Aid Program

The US has for the first time approved direct military aid to Taiwan under an assistance program aimed at foreign governments as worries grow over China.

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Japan Requests Record $53B Defense Budget

Japan's defense ministry requested a record budget worth $53 billion for the next fiscal year as tensions rise with China and North Korea.

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US Launches ‘Replicator’ Drone Program to Counter China

The US Department of Defense will field thousands of drones within the next two years to counter China’s growing military capabilities.

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Pentagon Aims to Counter China Numerical Advantage With Drones

The Pentagon plans to field thousands of drones within the next two years to help counter China's numerical edge in personnel and military hardware, a senior US defense official said.

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China Developing Biological, Cyber Weapons for Covert Warfare: Study

The Chinese military is developing sophisticated biological and cyber weapons to support covert operations, a recent study has revealed.

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China-Based ‘Flax Typhoon’ Hackers Targeting Taiwan Govt: Microsoft

A China-based hacking group named "Flax Typhoon" has targeted dozens of Taiwanese government agencies with the likely aim of spying on them, Microsoft has revealed.

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Philippine, Australian Troops Practise Retaking Island in S. China Sea Drill

Australian and Filipino troops held exercises near flashpoint South China Sea waters claimed by China, in which they simulated retaking an enemy-controlled island.

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