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James Mattis

China ships sail near disputed isles after James Mattis visit: Japan

Japan said Chinese coast guard vessels sailed Monday into its territorial waters around disputed islands in the East China Sea, days after the new US defence chief vowed to defend Tokyo`s control of them.

Feb 06, 2017, 13:50 PM IST

China urges US to desist from erroneous remarks on disputed islands

China has urged the US to stop making erroneous remarks on the sovereignty of the Diaoyu Islands after American Defence Secretary James Mattis reportedly said the US-Japan mutual defence treaty applies to the disputed islands in the East China Sea.

Feb 04, 2017, 12:01 PM IST

US will defend Japanese islands claimed by China: James Mattis

US Defence Secretary James Mattis on Saturday reaffirmed Washington`s commitment to defending Japan.

Feb 04, 2017, 11:57 AM IST

North Korea nuclear attack would trigger `overwhelming` response: Mattis

North Korea carried out two atomic tests and a series of missile launches last year, and casts a heavy security shadow over the region.

Feb 03, 2017, 08:54 AM IST

United States, Saudi defence chiefs reject Iran 'interventions'

New Pentagon chief James Mattis agreed in a telephone call with his Saudi counterpart to oppose Iranian "interventions" in the Middle East, Saudi state media reported on Wednesday.

Feb 01, 2017, 17:41 PM IST

Pentagon chief James Mattis seeks to underscore alliances with Japan, South Korea

New Pentagon chief James Mattis on Wednesday heads to South Korea and Japan, where he will seek to reassure the key US allies about American security commitments in the region.

Feb 01, 2017, 13:24 PM IST

United States, South Korea to strengthen defenses against North Korea

The two leaders agreed to take steps to strengthen joint defense capabilities to defend against the North Korean threat.

Jan 30, 2017, 08:54 AM IST

Donald Trump orders 'great rebuilding' of US armed forces

Seeking to enhance US military's capabilities, President Donald Trump ordered "a great rebuilding" of the US armed forces by upgrading equipment, improving training and increasing defence budget.

Jan 28, 2017, 13:37 PM IST

Russia's Putin 'trying to break' NATO: US defence secretary nominee

Russian President Vladimir Putin is "trying to break" NATO, James Mattis, President-elect Donald Trump`s pick for defense secretary, said on Thursday.

Jan 12, 2017, 23:05 PM IST