Latest "East China Sea" stories

In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a J-15 Chinese fighter jet takes off from the Shandong aircraft carrier during the combat readiness patrol and military exercises around the Taiwan Island by the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army on, April 9, 2023.

China warns of rocket debris in area northeast of Taiwan

China’s local maritime authorities have issued a warning for possible rocket debris in waters northeast of Taiwan.

By Huizhong Wu, AP

6 months ago

China’s neighbors seek expanded partnerships with US to deter, defend

The Pentagon’s efforts to improve U.S. force posture in the Pacific have yielded a flurry of major agreements, with allies motivated by China's behavior.

7 months ago

US Army Pacific boss wants rockets to stay at forward base in Japan

Strategically located munitions would allow the U.S. to facilitate troop deployments and equipment distribution in future conflicts.

By Rachel Nostrant

13 months ago

Best pics of the week: June 13, 2021

The East Africa Response Force trains in Kenya, U.S. Marines drill Down Under, USS Kearsarge sailors on deck, and more in this week's Frontline Photos.

2 years ago

US Indo-Pacific commander reaffirms alliance with Japan amid China territorial claims

The head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command held talks with top Japanese officials and reaffirmed their alliance amid China’s increasingly assertive claims.

2 years ago

Japan, US, France hold military drill eyeing China presence

The three nations’ first joint drills on Japanese soil — dubbed “ARC21” — come as they seek step up military ties amid growing Chinese assertiveness in the region.

2 years ago