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US Urges Allies to Define Stance on Taiwan Tensions
7/26/2025
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- US Under Secretary of Defense Eldridge Colby is pressing Japan and Australia to define their positions in a looming US-China showdown over Taiwan. Yet, both nations are cautious, grappling with ambiguous treaty commitments and shifting political landscapes. The legacy of the Trump administration further complicates matters, as many allies seek to steer clear of entanglement in this escalating tension.
