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Why Britain’s new CPTPP trade deal will not make up for Brexit

The UK recently announced that it will join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), giving British businesses access to the 11 other members of the Indo-Pacific trade bloc and bringing its combined GDP to £11 trillion.

The Conversation · Apr 6, 2023

Rishi Sunak says ‘fantastic progress’ made in CPTPP trade bloc talks

Britain is expected to be welcomed into the Indo-Pacific trading pact as soon as this week.

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2023

Commentary: Supporting US bases in the Philippines isn’t an option

The Philippines remains the largest recipient of U.S. military aid in the Indo-Pacific region, having received more than $1.14 billion in funding from 2015 to 2022. These bases were used in every major U.S. war in the 20th century, as well as serving as “rest and recreation” sites for military…

Tribune News Service · Mar 21, 2023

‘Path of error and danger’: China angry and confused over Aukus deal

Deal is designed to counter perceived threat from Beijing but analysts in China say it could push region closer to conflict

The Guardian - UK · Mar 16, 2023

Biden and Xi Are Doomed to Escalation

Neither Beijing nor Washington seems capable of cooperation or building trust.

Foreign Policy · Mar 15, 2023

U.S. Military Presence in Taiwan and Philippines to Alter Balance of Power in the Indo-Pacific

Just as it’s helping Ukraine defend itself against Russian invasion by coordinating European allies, the U.S. is flexing both its military and diplomatic strength in the Indo-Pacific to hedge against China’s war plans.

The News Lens · Mar 15, 2023

Joe Biden hails nuclear attack submarine deal as 'historic day' in UK and USA 'partnership'

Biden met with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at Point Loma naval base in San Diego yesterday (March 13)

Wales Online · Mar 14, 2023

China’s blast for Australia – AUKUS ‘hurts peace and stability’

China has accused Australia of "planting a time bomb" for its Indo-Pacific peace as details of the $370 billion AUKUS deal emerged.

The New Daily · Mar 14, 2023

Biden and UK, Australia unveil submarine security pact during historic San Diego visit

SAN DIEGO — At a historic meeting in San Diego, President Joe Biden and the prime ministers of the United Kingdom and Australia announced Monday that they’re accelerating plans to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines to help the nations counter a military build-up by China in the Indo-Pacific.

Tribune News Service · Mar 13, 2023

Sunak’s focus may be on China, but it’s Europe’s security that is vital for the UK

The PM’s determination to stay faithful to the ‘Indo-Pacific tilt’ is vague, while Russia is still the greatest threat

The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2023