After Maldives, Australia on Sunday clarified that it did not participate in the "China-Indian Ocean Forum on Development Cooperation" held on November 21.
Beijing [China], August 2 (ANI): In order to pursue its global strategy and goals which seek to advance its glory, China, in recent years, has been more ambitious and bolder.
Washington [US], July 14 (ANI): The recent North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit in Madrid and G7 summit held in Germany have exerted pressure on China's ambitions and "coercive policies" in the Indo-Pacific.
Washington [US], May 26 (ANI): US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said the Biden administration is not seeking a "Cold War" with China but wants Beijing to adhere to international rules. He also said that Washington sees Beijing as a "long-term challenge".
Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): China's belligerent attitude in the Indo-Pacific including an uptick in Chinese naval activity and its ongoing militarization of the South China Sea has compelled several Southeast Asian countries to explore multilateral security arrangements, a report said.
Rome [Italy], March 19 (ANI): The lower house of Italy's parliament has approved a motion calling on the government to pay attention to the Indo-Pacific region and to place importance on the situation across the Taiwan Strait.
Canberra [Australia], March 10 (ANI): Those who think China's ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region are restricted to Taiwan don't understand history, Australian Defence Minister Peter Dutton said.
Washington [US], December 11 (ANI): The US has reaffirmed its existing strategic alliance with Taiwan by shifting and elevating its commitment to protecting it from Chinese aggression.
Washington [US], November 30 (ANI): In a bid to promote peace in the Indo-Pacific region, the US on Monday (local time) called for additional cooperation with its allies to deter potential military aggression by China.
Wellington [New Zealand], November 7 (ANI): Amid China's assertiveness, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Saturday welcomed signs of the US greater presence in the Indo-Pacific.
Washington [US], October 29 (ANI): The United States has expressed concern on Friday about China's ongoing actions to undermine stability in the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region and reaffirmed its commitment to helping the self-ruled island defend itself.