Taiwan Background – A new Pentagon study concludes that it is unlikely that China will attack Taiwan, because it would jeopardize China’s economy.

• Washington Post: China is unlikely to attack Taiwan, Pentagon assessment says

Royal New Zealand Navy – Further modernization of the Royal New Zealand Navy will be delayed indefinitely under new government plans, which will give priority in funding to the Army.

• Australian Financial Review: NZ defence policy sets sights on upgraded, combat-ready troops