

Introducing "Endless Frontiers": CFR's Rush Doshi on the U.S.-China Challenge
13 snips Apr 22, 2025
Rush Doshi, a senior fellow for Asia studies at CFR and former deputy director at the National Security Council, delves into the U.S.-China rivalry. He discusses the Endless Frontiers initiative aimed at enhancing America's technology and national security. Doshi emphasizes the need for reindustrialization and defense reform to stay competitive. The conversation also covers the critical role of emerging technologies, like AI and drones, in shaping defense strategies, urging a cohesive approach to counteract China's influence.
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Decisive US-China Competition Shift
- The US faces a decisive decade to compete with China economically, technologically, and militarily.
- Without decisive action, the US risks being surpassed by China in all major spheres.
US Competitiveness Hinges on Domestic Action
- America's competitive strength depends heavily on domestic policy reforms.
- Key areas include defense industrial base, infrastructure protection, and reindustrialization.
Competitiveness Is a Broader Challenge
- National competitiveness goes beyond China, involving defense, industry, and national resilience.
- Endless Frontiers focuses on these pillars to strengthen America holistically.