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President Biden’s welcome return to Asian multilateralism
President Biden’s welcome return to Asian multilateralism

Written by Susannah Patton

The President’s positive statement at least opens the door for US allies and partners to put forward their views on US regional economic engagement. The United States’ offer to host APEC in 2023 should give high-level impetus for the development of this economic framework.

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US Secretary of Defense signals resolve and return of values to Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy
US Secretary of Defense signals resolve and return of values to Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy

Written by Hunter Marston

It will take more than lofty speeches to bolster a shaky alliance with Manila and to raise the partnership with Hanoi to the next level, and an economic strategy, so far absent, should accompany a military presence if Washington is serious about reducing Beijing’s influence.

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