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US Commander in Asia Urges Greater Military Visibility to Deter China

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The top US Army commander in Asia says making American military capabilities more visible could help deter Chinese aggression and reduce the risk of conflict. General Ronald Clark told the Financial Times that revealing US military assets and conducting readiness exercises can make potential adversaries think twice before taking action. His comments come amid growing concerns over China's military activities in the Asia-Pacific. Clark said the US has increased temporary deployments of key weapons systems across the region, with particular focus on the Philippines and Japan as Washington strengthens its regional military posture.