US Marines during a drill in the Philippines, one of Washington’s main allies in the region. Photo: EPA-EFE
Southeast Asia seeking ‘balance’ between US and China in region, report concludes
- Tsinghua University says countries welcome greater involvement by Washington but they won’t reduce ties with Beijing
- Report says countries that ‘lack trust’ or have disputes with China will welcome US military involvement
US Marines during a drill in the Philippines, one of Washington’s main allies in the region. Photo: EPA-EFE