US Defence Strategy in the Indo-Pacific: Hegseth’s Push under Trump 2.0
As Trump’s second term unfolds, Hegseth’s Indo-Pacific tour reassures allies and strengthens US defence ties with Japan and the Philippines, especially amid China tensions. Washington’s ties with the Philippines and Japan are critical pillars of its Indo-Pacific strategy in two key ways—countering China’s assertiveness and ensuring regional stability. Website URL: https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/us-defence-strategy-in-the-indo-pacific-hegseth-s-push-under-trump-2-0
