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A former US intelligence analyst says North Korea's nuclear and missile progress over the past 20 years may now be enough to overwhelm the US homeland missile defense system. The advances raise doubts about the effectiveness of Washington's existing shield and suggest Asian allies should reassess their defense strategies.
Donald Trump's overture to Kim Jong Un, made without regard for a longstanding ally's interests, is fueling doubts about U.S. reliability at a critical time in Asia. Partners from Japan to India are reassessing their dependence on Washington amid shifting diplomatic signals.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged China to respect longstanding American positions in Asia, citing rising tensions over security and trade in the Indo-Pacific. He stressed mutual respect as essential for regional stability. Beijing has yet to officially respond.
Analysts say the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue is losing its purpose as Washington shifts its military focus away from Asia and strengthens ties with Beijing. A meeting of foreign ministers in New Delhi was described as a 'damage control' effort amid concerns over U.S. priorities and structural weaknesses of the alliance.
The Iran war, wavering US commitments in Asia, and escalating tensions around Taiwan are expected to dominate the agenda of this year's Shangri-La Dialogue. Analysts say the annual event will reflect rising geopolitical instability as conflicts and policy shifts challenge regional security.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday, shortly after Trump concluded a three-day visit to China for talks with President Xi Jinping. The call highlights close coordination between Tokyo and Washington in the aftermath of the U.S.-China summit. Specific details of the discussion have not been disclosed.
China, Russia, and India agreed to uphold the regional security and economic architecture in the Asia-Pacific after their 15th trilateral foreign ministers' meeting. The joint statement highlighted consensus on regional and global issues amid rising geopolitical tensions.
