Richard Halloran
Recent stories by Richard Halloran
Nuclear Deterrence and Pacific Security Posture
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.orgThe reforms to the nuclear enterprise unveiled by Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel...
James Seeks Better Retention of Female Airmen
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.orgAir Force Secretary Deborah Lee James lauded the Air Force for giving...
James Calls for Shedding Excess Base Infrastructure
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.orgThe Air Force has 24-percent excess capacity in its bases worldwide and...
North to Receive Order of the Sword
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.orgCMSAF James Roy is scheduled to travel to Honolulu Aug. 26 to...
Friends or Allies?
The US and India have many common goals, but are slow to expand their military relationsip.
Thailand’s Pivot
Though a US treaty ally, Thailand has a long history of strategic expediency.
Hawk’s World
A lot has changed in PACAF over the last 10 years. A lot more will change over the next 10.
Rising Up Down Under
The US and Australia are bolstering their close but quiet military relationship.
Storm Clouds Over the South China Sea
Mistrust, international military buildups, and competing territorial claims bring plenty of tension to
The US, Taiwan, and China’s Long Shadow
The US is pledged to help Taiwan defend itself, but must walk a fine line.
A Revolution for China’s Air Force
The days of antiquated equipment, questionable training, and outdated concepts are over.
Return to Vietnam
With both nations casting a wary eye toward China, the US has quietly expanded low-key military relati
Japan at a Crossroads
Mil-to-mil relations are strong, but the US needs Japan’s politicians to deliver what they’ve promised
Sharpening the Spear
US Pacific Command will oversee 146 military exercises this year to build relationships and hone comba
Pacific Push
A force buildup on Guam anchors a broad US military strategy to keep China in check.
