US defence chiefs tour Asia to calm fears as Trump’s drill remarks sow doubts
- Posted on August 19, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Senior US military officials are conducting strategic diplomatic missions across key Asian nations including the Philippines, South Korea, and Japan to reinforce security commitments and rebuild confidence among regional allies. These high-level visits aim to counterbalance uncertainties created by recent White House statements regarding military exercises, while the administration simultaneously manages ongoing military operations in the Middle East that strain available defense resources.
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