U.S. Navy to relieve 7th Fleet Commander after series of deadly collisions

U.S. Navy to relieve 7th Fleet Commander after series of deadly collisions

The U.S. Navy will in the coming hours relieve the three-star admiral Joseph Aucoin who commands its seventh fleet following a series of collisions in Asia. Aucoin, who became the commander of the 7th fleet based in Yokosuka, Japan, in September 2015, was expected to retire in a few weeks.  But his departure has been brought forward due to the developments. Aug 23, 2017
India-China trade

Did China initiate Doklam row to push India into a diplomatic trap?

Beijing perhaps initiated the row to see India's hyper-nationalist leadership and media rush into Bhutan's defence and make military adventures outside its border. In a democracy like Bhutan, this could see emergence of pro and anti-India slogans in next year's elections. Aug 22, 2017