Posted BY: NewsMax
The Biden administration moved Sunday to strengthen ties with key Southeast Asian ally Thailand as it pressed ahead with efforts to counter China’s relentless push for influence in the region.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken signed two cooperation agreements with his Thai counterpart, pledging to expand strategic cooperation and improve the resilience of supply chains.
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Although modest, the deals fit into the administration’s broader strategy for the Indo-Pacific, which is aimed at blunting China’s increasing assertiveness and offering alternatives to Beijing-sponsored development that many U.S. officials regard as a trap for smaller, poorer nations.
Had an epiphany on China. So, decided to recon Chinese restaurant around corner. Showed up in civilian attire and could see they were up to no good. Recalled my squad and got suited up then tolled in on the humvee. Went for the breach but the owner had the door rigged with auto-open. We suspected a trap but there was the owner smiling in surrender. He led us to the bargaining table where he surrendered their warplans. I demanded to see Gen Tsao. Much confusion followed in the back. Eventually another Chinese appeared wearing an apron (the gen in disguise). We proceeded to terms when a noticed a spy, codenamed Peeking Duck. I demanded he show himself. More screaming in Chinese from the back. But, in the end, not only did they agree to cease hostilities, they agreed to 10% discount on delicious foods. Problem solved!