The United States must update its strategic denial approach in the Freely Associated States (FAS) to counter China’s growing influence, shifting from simply preventing military access to a broader responsibility of thwarting malign presence. Originally developed after World War II, strategic denial aimed to prevent foreign military bases in the FAS, but now must address China’s political influence tactics. China’s non-military presence poses security risks, necessitating a reevaluation of strategic denial to safeguard U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Former Pasir Panjang English School, NatSteel pavilion and 20 Turf City buildings to be conserved
SINGAPORE will conserve the former Pasir Panjang English School and NatSteel Pavilion as part of its land use master plan, enhancing heritage and greenery in urban development. These sites symbolize the country's educational milestones and early industrialization, reflecting Singapore's growth over the past 60 years. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Singapore is working to preserve important old buildings, like the former Pasir Panjang English School and the NatSteel Pavilion, to remember its history...
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