Trump’s decision to scale back South Korea drills concerns Asian allies, who say it “makes no sense.
They publishedTrump’s decision to scale back South Korea drills unsettles Asian allies: ‘makes no sense’
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Who
What
- Trump orders downsizing the 11-day Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises affecting joint training.
- Officials say the move undermines South Korea, Japan, and NATO while emboldening China.
- Critics describe the decision as punishing an ally and rewarding an adversary.
- Reaction includes Democratic lawmakers condemning the shift as weakening US alliances.
- Analysts warn the change could erode long-standing security commitments in Asia.
Where
🇭🇰 Hong Kong (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics, Cybersecurity · language: eng
topics: Politics, Cybersecurity · language: eng
When
published 18 Aug, 01:32Z
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