VIENTIANE -- Defense officials from the U.S., Japan, ASEAN and elsewhere met here Thursday to discuss security challenges facing Asia as countries in the region aim to keep America involved under the second Trump administration to maintain stability.
International relations
Asia steps up call for U.S. involvement in region with eye on Trump
Defense chiefs also seek continued dialogue with China to avoid conflict
Defense ministers from 18 countries, including China's Dong Jun and India's Rajnath Singh, attend a meeting in Vientiane, Laos, on Nov. 21. (Photo by Junnosuke Kobara) © Reuters
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