The Realignment
Introducing "Endless Frontiers": CFR's Rush Doshi on the U.S.-China Challenge
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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- The Endless Frontiers initiative aims to enhance America's competitiveness against China through collaboration across government, technology, and academia over the next decade.
- The podcast stresses the urgency of re-industrialization and technological advancement in the U.S. to maintain national security and economic independence from China.
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Endless Frontiers Initiative
Endless Frontiers aims to establish a collaborative effort over ten years among various sectors, including government, technology, and academia, to enhance America's competitiveness in the face of rising challenges from China. The initiative acknowledges a critical moment marked by geopolitical and technological shifts, emphasizing the need for a collective response to secure the U.S.'s position this century. Its objectives include fostering discussions on national security and revitalizing engagement strategies to ensure that the U.S. does not fall behind in economic and military capabilities relative to China. The Austin Summit kickstarts this initiative, bringing together diverse participants to brainstorm actionable strategies.
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