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Senators unsure about House plan to boost troop pay, housing stipends
House lawmakers are moving ahead with plans to increase junior enlisted pay and military housing stipends, but the idea could face opposition in the Senate
US Pacific boss ‘very concerned’ about Chinese aggression in region
“What’s next and how far are they willing to go in that area?” U.S. Indo-Pacific Command boss Adm. John Aquilino asked.
US-Chinese military talks resume on safety in the air and at sea
U.S. and Chinese defense officials met to discuss unsafe and aggressive ship and aircraft incidents between the two militaries in the Pacific.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Pacific problems: Why the US disagrees on the cost of deterring China
How much money will it take to deter Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region, and who gets to decide?
Congress funds Taiwan military support as foreign aid bill stalls
The $300 million in Taiwan military financing falls far short of the $3.9 billion in security assistance for Taipei tied up with Ukraine, Israel aid.
Opinion
Despite common rhetoric, war with China unlikely in near future
Much discussion surrounding future wars indicates a conflict with China is right around the corner. The author of this op-ed argues otherwise.
By Jacob T. Scheidemann
Senators eye pay boost for junior troops, more funds for housing fixes
Both House and Senate lawmakers want to pass targeted pay raises for junior enlisted troops, but budget caps may complicate those plans.
Opinion
Is the United States overestimating China’s power?
It is time to right-size the American understanding of China’s comprehensive power, writes Dan Murphy of the Harvard Kennedy School.
By Dan Murphy, Harvard Kennedy School
USS Carl Vinson returns home after four-month deployment
Carl Vinson left San Diego in October and returned home last week.
DOD ‘slow rolling’ fair special pays for Guard, Reserve, advocates say
Pentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.
By Davis Winkie
Two US aircraft carrier groups join Japanese navy in military exercise
The exercise came as Japan continues to beef up its military to counter increased Chinese assertion in the region.
By Zamone Perez