Tag: coercion

02 JUN

Jim Mattis rebukes China’s ‘intimidation and coercion’ in South China Sea, leaves room for a ‘results oriented relationship’

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said the US is willing to work with China on a “results oriented” relationship, but that Beijing’s actions in the South China Sea were coercive and the Pentagon would “compete vigorously” if needed. China’s air force landed bombers on disputed islands and reefs in the South China Sea as part of […]

06 APR

Former South Korean president Park Geun-hye found guilty of abuse of power and coercion, sentenced to 24 years in prison

Ahn Young-joon/AP Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye was found guilty of abuse of power and coercion. Prosecutors are aiming for a 30-year prison term. The judge’s verdict was nationally televised. Park has maintained her innocence. A South Korean judge said Friday that ex-President Park Geun-hye is guilty of abuse of power and coercion. The […]