Trump has U.S. Indo-Pacific allies guessing on trade and security

As with Europe, the Trump administration is sending conflicting signals to America's long-standing allies in Asia, with whom the U.S. has deep-rooted security agreements that date back to the 1950s.

Mar 22, 2025 - 12:04
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Trump has U.S. Indo-Pacific allies guessing on trade and security
South Korean and U.S. Navy vessels steam in formation during a joint naval exercise in international waters off South Korea

As with Europe, the Trump administration is sending conflicting signals to America's long-standing allies in Asia, with whom the U.S. has deep-rooted security agreements that date back to the 1950s.

(Image credit: Handout by South Korean Defense Ministry)