U.S. Military Presence in Santa Ana, Philippines

The town of Santa Ana in the Philippines has become strategically important to the U.S. due to an agreement allowing American forces to encamp there. This move is seen as a response to China's assertiveness in the region.

Renewal of Defense Agreement between South Korea and the U.S.

South Korea appoints Lee Tae-woo to head rushed negotiations for defense agreement renewal with the U.S. ahead of Trump's potential return to the White House. Previous negotiations saw disagreements over South Korea's contributions to U.S. defense costs.