"The US territory of about 170,000 people lies in the Pacific Ocean and despite growing geopolitical tensions in the region, the cost of living rather than military aggression is front of mind for many residents. Guzman says she is worried about paying bills and has trust in the US government to protect her. But that certainty shifted slightly this month when the threat catapulted into the headlines,"
"as Beijing used a military parade commemorating Japan's defeat in the second world war to unveil a range of new military hardware including a weapon dubbed the Guam Killer by Chinese media. In addition, the image of China's president Xi Jinping surrounded by the leaders of Russia, North Korea, Iran and more signalled for some a new and unexpected danger. From what I've read, just about everyone in this region should be worried,"
"Located about 3,000km east of China, Guam is a strategic hub for the US in the Pacific and hosts a large military contingent. Experts say that if China were to annex Taiwan as its leader Xi has pledged Guam would probably become a frontline in the conflict that could follow. For that reason, displays of China's increasing military prowess this month's event included nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles, anti-drone lasers and four-legged robot wolves loom large in the territory."
Guam is a US territory of about 170,000 people located 3,000km east of China and hosts a sizable US military contingent. Residents prioritize cost-of-living concerns but feel unease after China's military parade unveiled new hardware including a weapon nicknamed the 'Guam Killer.' Images of Xi Jinping with leaders of Russia, North Korea, and Iran heightened regional alarm. Experts warn that if China annexed Taiwan, Guam could become a frontline. The parade showcased nuclear-capable ICBMs, anti-drone lasers, and four-legged robot wolves, underscoring growing military capabilities and local strategic vulnerability.
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