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America's Report Card in Southeast Asia

Apr 11, 2024
Chris, Melanie, and Zack assess the warning signs for the US in Southeast Asia, discuss American shipbuilding concerns, and critique American and Japanese leaders' announcements. They explore shifting perceptions in Southeast Asia towards the US, analyze the effectiveness of the US-led Indo-Pacific Framework, and navigate challenges in navy shipbuilding and economic alliances. The dialogue also covers defense policy reform and US-Japan cooperation announcements.
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Quick takeaways

  • Decreased US engagement in Southeast Asia under Biden administration raises concerns.
  • Shift in ASEAN preference towards China over the US highlights trust deficit.

Deep dives

US Engagement with Southeast Asia

Southeast Asian countries are questioning the level of US engagement under the Biden administration, with a noticeable decrease from 25% to 38% perceiving a decline. Confidence in the US as a strategic partner has also wavered, with up to 40% expressing little to no confidence.

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