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- Pacific island nations worry Trump deportations may overwhelm them
In his first term, Donald Trump deported far fewer people from the United States than his three predecessors: Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Just weeks into his second term, however, Trump is making the deportation of immigrants one of his top priorities. Immigration raids on those who have overstayed their visas and The post Pacific island nations worry Trump deportations may overwhelm them appeared first on Asia Times.
- China could fill the gap 3 ways as the West exits Africa region
With France fast losing its influence in west Africa’s Sahel region and an unpredictable US president in power, will China fill the vacuum? The Sahel region includes Nigeria, one of the continent’s largest economies, and nine other countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, The Gambia, Guinea, Mali, Mauritania, Niger and Senegal. French troops have been expelled The post China could fill the gap 3 ways as the West exits Africa region appeared first on Asia Times.
- US-China: ‘Cold War 2’ or something worse
Most of Washington finally realizes – even if grudgingly – that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is a threat. Indeed, President Trump’s challenge resembles that of Ronald Reagan taking over in 1981 from a feckless administration that allowed America’s main enemy to gain the advantage. It looks like another Cold War – of the sort The post US-China: ‘Cold War 2’ or something worse appeared first on Asia Times.
- DeepSeek’s revelation was only a matter of time
Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s remarkable AI software results have shaken public markets, driving down the shares of leading US technology companies, including Nvidia. Many now wonder how a small team in China could, in such a short time, challenge the cutting-edge AI products of American companies with massive resources, outstanding talent and established market positions. Small The post DeepSeek’s revelation was only a matter of time appeared first on Asia Times.
- Japan should start giving security aid to Pakistan
The Philippines will once again receive Japan’s Official Security Assistance, marking the third consecutive year of such support. In 2024, Tokyo pledged coastal radar systems and patrol boats to the Philippines and speed boats to Indonesia under the government-to-government scheme. Yet as Tokyo’s Indo-Pacific ambitions grow, a critical question emerges: Can OSA expand beyond The post Japan should start giving security aid to Pakistan appeared first on Asia Times.
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- Wednesday Briefing
A threat from Netanyahu.
- Modi Hopes a White House Visit Will Keep India Out of Trump’s Cross Hairs
India is acutely aware that trade and immigration issues are a potential double whammy. But it believes it can preserve growing ties.
- Who Is Marc Fogel? The American Teacher Caught in a Global Power Struggle.
Mr. Fogel, who had lived and taught in many countries, including Russia for nine years, spent 3 ½ years in Russian custody for having cannabis for medical use, and is in poor health.
- Jordanian King Rebuffs Trump Proposal to Displace Palestinians in Gaza
His pushback came after President Trump insisted Tuesday that the United States has the authority to “take” Gaza.
- Can European ‘Boots on the Ground’ Help Protect Ukraine’s Security?
Deterring Russia from re-invading Ukraine, once this war ends, could require 150,000 troops and American help with air cover, intelligence and missile defense, experts say.