https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3231 Editorials on Voice of America regarding U.S. Policy toward Asia https://editorials.voa.gov/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US-POLICY/img/logo.png https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3231 en 2026 - VOA 60 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:33:08 -0400 Pangea CMS – VOA The World Food Program now projects an additional 45 million people will suffer from acute food insecurity globally. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/united-states-remains-committed-to-feeding-the-hungry/8190750.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/united-states-remains-committed-to-feeding-the-hungry/8190750.html Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AfricaAmericasAsiaEuropeMiddle EastAid The United States has identified three priority threats in its recent national counterterrorism strategy: narco-terrorists and transnational gangs, Islamist terrorists, and violent left-wing extremists. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-the-terrorist-threat/8188037.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-the-terrorist-threat/8188037.html Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasAfricaAsiaEuropeMiddle EastDefense The U.S. Department of State has announced a historic $2 Billion investment in health and humanitarian assistance to faith-based and community organizations that provide global health and humanitarian assistance around the world. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8186976.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8186976.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:47:08 -0400 AfricaAmericasAsiaEuropeMiddle EastAid The United States and ten of its allies have issued a joint statement warning companies, countries and other entities that a network of skilled operatives are disguising themselves online and working remotely to earn money for the North Korean regime. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cracking-down-on-covert-north-korean-it-workers/8183940.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cracking-down-on-covert-north-korean-it-workers/8183940.html Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 AsiaSecurityTrade There are areas where the two countries can work together but the U.S. must also balance competing interests. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rubio-on-navigating-relations-with-china/8183530.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rubio-on-navigating-relations-with-china/8183530.html Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:26:06 -0400 Asia Department of Homeland Security, or DHS, and the FLETF remain dedicated to ensuring that goods made with forced labor are prohibited from importation into the United States. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/keeping-slave-labor-produced-goods-out-of-u-s/8182657.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/keeping-slave-labor-produced-goods-out-of-u-s/8182657.html Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:52:34 -0400 AsiaHuman RightsTrade “This is the primary mechanism by which we engage the region, and you will continue to see our commitment to it at the highest levels." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-stands-with-asean/8175600.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-stands-with-asean/8175600.html Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:17:43 -0400 AsiaDefense As the international strategic investment arm of the U.S. government, the DFC works with the private sector to advance U.S. diplomatic and economic interests and drive economic growth for its allies and partners. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-seeks-to-expand-business-presence-in-southeast-asia/8172638.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-seeks-to-expand-business-presence-in-southeast-asia/8172638.html Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:24:00 -0400 AsiaTrade President Donald Trump is leading the way on ending conflicts around the world. At the same time, where conflicts do continue, “it is imperative that we take action, individually and collectively, to protect the most vulnerable – most often, girls and women,” declared Ambassador Tammy Bruce, U.S. Deputy Representative to the United Nations. Sexual violence remains a scourge in war and in domestic life. “Unfortunately, the UN Secretary-General’s latest report on Conflict-Related Sexual... https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8171387.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8171387.html Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:31:57 -0400 AfricaAmericasAsiaEuropeMiddle East A favorable balance of power requires capable allies with military strength, industrial capacity, and political resolve. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/time-for-pacific-allies-to-share-defense-burden/8157641.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/time-for-pacific-allies-to-share-defense-burden/8157641.html Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:34:00 -0400 Asia The foundation of this new approach is moving away from a model of dependency and toward one of true partnership. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-seeks-durable-balance-of-power-in-pacific-region/8156536.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-seeks-durable-balance-of-power-in-pacific-region/8156536.html Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:14:54 -0400 Asia U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced several key new initiatives to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific alongside the foreign ministers of Australia, India and Japan in New Delhi, India this week. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rubio-meets-with-quad-for-forum-of-action/8154588.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/rubio-meets-with-quad-for-forum-of-action/8154588.html Wed, 27 May 2026 08:59:00 -0400 Asia The United States is offering a reward of up to $5 million for information that leads to the disruption of financial mechanisms of persons engaged in certain activities that support North Korea. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/north-korea-ship-to-ship-transfers/8152512.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/north-korea-ship-to-ship-transfers/8152512.html Thu, 21 May 2026 06:22:00 -0400 Rewards for FugitivesAsia President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping reached consensus during their meeting in Beijing on several issues that will enhance stability and confidence for businesses and consumers around the world. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-and-xi-find-areas-of-common-ground/8151344.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-and-xi-find-areas-of-common-ground/8151344.html Mon, 18 May 2026 10:31:00 -0400 Asia These actions follow the reimposition of UN restrictive measures and sanctions on September 27, 2025, in response to Iran’s “significant non-performance” of its nuclear commitments. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/holding-china-accountable-for-support-of-iran/8148868.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/holding-china-accountable-for-support-of-iran/8148868.html Mon, 11 May 2026 14:23:12 -0400 Middle EastAsia Nearly two years ago, a Russian veto eliminated the 1718 Committee Panel of Experts, robbing the United Nations Security Council and UN Member States of independent, credible reporting on sanctions violations regarding the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. “Russia did this for one key reason: To hide its own violations from scrutiny,” said Ambassador Jennifer Locetta, U.S. Alternative Representative for Special Political Affairs at the UN. Independent experts like the Open Source... https://editorials.voa.gov/a/it-s-time-to-stop-illicit-funding-of-the-dprk-nuclear-program/8147309.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/it-s-time-to-stop-illicit-funding-of-the-dprk-nuclear-program/8147309.html Wed, 06 May 2026 14:21:49 -0400 AsiaTradeDefense Russia and China voted to veto a draft resolution earlier this month that sought to protect freedom of navigation and maritime security in and around the Strait of Hormuz. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/russia-and-china-are-obstructing-peace-in-the-middle-east/8139613.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/russia-and-china-are-obstructing-peace-in-the-middle-east/8139613.html Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:16:39 -0400 AsiaEuropeMiddle EastSecurityDefense Building on defense cooperation that dates back to the 1940s and following upon a landmark economic agreement earlier this year, the new Major Defense Cooperation Partnership highlights mutual respect and national sovereignty in keeping with the U.S. National Defense Strategy. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8138133.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8138133.html Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:23:00 -0400 AsiaSecurity U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on China to stop detaining and delaying Panama-flagged vessels in its ports, noting that these actions “raise serious concerns about the use of economic tools to undermine the rule of law in Panama.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-supports-panama-s-sovereignty/8136114.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-supports-panama-s-sovereignty/8136114.html Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:58:44 -0400 AmericasAsiaTradeGovernance “The United States sees India not merely as a key partner, but as an essential one in ensuring a long-term favorable balance of power in Asia." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-india-defense-cooperation/8134138.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-india-defense-cooperation/8134138.html Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:11:00 -0400 DefenseAsia