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The U.S. Pivot to Asia, With Robert D. Blackwill and Richard Fontaine

Jun 25, 2024
Robert D. Blackwill and Richard Fontaine discuss the U.S. response to China's rise. Topics include historical background of U.S pivot to Asia, challenges faced, diplomatic strategies with China, and the potential catastrophic impact of a US-China war.
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  • The US pivot to Asia faced challenges in execution due to lack of clarity and interagency coordination.
  • China's rise in power coincided with the US 'Lost Decade' in Asia, leaving America in a weaker position.

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The Concept of the Lost Decade and the US Pivot to Asia

The podcast delves into the concept of a 'Lost Decade' in relation to the US pivot to Asia. Despite the lofty aspirations of making Asia a primary strategic focus, the actual pivot did not materialize as envisioned in the Obama-Clinton administration. This failure to execute the pivot coincided with China's significant rise in power, leaving the US in a weaker position in Asia.

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