china has carried out military drills near australia and vietnam, emphasizing its power in the Pacific as U.S. focus shifts to other global issues. Experts warn that these exercises highlight china's growing military capability.

china has conducted military drills in the pacific region.

Military drills were staged off the coast of australia.

china conducted live-fire drills in response to vietnam's territorial claims.

Chinese military aircraft are frequently seen near taiwan.

The article discusses the u.s. priorities shifting while china expands its military reach.