Palau president says security strengthened with US radar amid China threat
Defense
Deployment of system to detect aircraft and missiles expected next year
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. speaks to Nikkei Asia in an interview. He said that Taiwan is “a trusted ally” and his country will maintain diplomatic relations with it despite pressure from China. (Photo by Shogo Kodama)
TOKYO — An advanced U.S. military radar system under construction in Palau will strengthen the country’s security, President Surangel Whipps Jr. told Nikkei Asia, as China expands its military and maritime presence in the western Pacific.
