Can Indo-Pacific Powers Deter China Without the US?
Diplomacy

Can Indo-Pacific Powers Deter China Without the US?

As the US shows signs of retrenchment from its Indo-Pacific strategy, regional powers like Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Indonesia face the challenge of deterring China's regional assertiveness, either individually or collectively. While 'deterrence by denial' at sea is feasible, deterring a major war remains a significant hurdle without US involvement.

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