Complexities of U.S. Foreign Policy in Asia

This chapter explores the intricacies of U.S. foreign policy in Asia during the Trump administration, highlighting the transactional nature of diplomacy and its impact on alliances. It discusses the tensions between isolationist tendencies and international obligations, as well as the chaotic and contradictory elements of U.S. strategy. The conversation also emphasizes the perceived continuity in U.S. policy towards Asia under both the Trump and Biden administrations, despite varying rhetoric and global distractions.