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South China Sea Confrontations Prompt Stronger US Security Assurances to the Philippines

Confrontations between Chinese maritime forces and Philippine resupply vessels near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal have prompted senior US defense officials to reaffirm treaty commitments to the Philippines, adding to tensions along sea lanes carrying more than $3 trillion in annual global trade.
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Trump Administration Highlights Border and Economic Record During Texas Visit
US Farm Bill Talks Face Post-Midterm Deadline Pressure
ACLU Faces Heavy Supreme Court Docket on Immigration and Free Speech
US Supreme Court to Examine Limits on Veterans’ Constitutional Claims
US Congress Prepares for December Spending Fight Ahead of Funding Deadline
US Justice Department Faces Growing Legal Challenges Over Asylum and Immigration Enforcement
US Expands Indo-Pacific Security Coordination After South China Sea Incidents
US Supreme Court Prepares to Review Arizona Proof-of-Citizenship Voting Case
US Midterm Campaign Enters Final Month With Control of Congress at Stake
IEA and Partner Governments Finalize Critical Minerals Reserve Framework
US Expands Export Controls on Advanced AI Chips and Semiconductor Equipment
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