Why the US must deter Russia and China in the North Pacific

Originally published by Pacific Forum, this article is republished with permisson. The 2025 US National Security Strategy and the 2026 US National Defense Strategy emphasized the Trump administration’s renewed focus on defending the American homeland and diplomatic priorities toward the Western Hemisphere. Both documents also reaffirm Washington’s commitment to a “free and open Indo‑Pacific.” Together, these strategies highlight the […] The post Why the US must deter Russia and China in th...