The Complexity of America's Pivot to Asia

This chapter explores the challenges and intricacies surrounding America's strategic pivot to Asia during the Obama administration. It critiques the execution and internal divisions of the pivot strategy while discussing the historical precedents that shaped it, particularly highlighting the roles of key allies like Japan and Australia. The conversation also addresses the disconnect between U.S. rhetoric regarding China and actual policy implementation, shedding light on the complexities of foreign policy decision-making within a democratic context.