The US has reportedly urged Pacific allies to prepare for potential conflict with China over Taiwan, as Japan signals the dawn of a 'new crisis era' and Beijing appears to be ramping up its military technology investments. Tensions have escalated since late 2020 due to China's 'grey zone tactics', including intensified military drills near Taiwan and an increase in Chinese military aircraft and naval presence in the area. A recent Financial Times report suggests that the US remains committed to defending Taiwan but expects regional allies like Japan and Australia to be prepared to share the burden in the event of war, reports the Mirror US.
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Published at: 2025-07-15 22:00:03
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