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Explore the strategic imperative for establishing a collective defense pact in Asia through this 39-minute conference talk by Dr. Ely Ratner. Examine the evolving geopolitical landscape that has transformed what was once neither possible nor necessary into a viable and essential security arrangement for the United States and its regional partners. Analyze the growing threat from China and understand how it has fundamentally altered the strategic calculus in the Pacific region. Learn about the historical context that previously made such a defense pact unfeasible and discover the current conditions that now make it both politically possible and strategically crucial. Gain insights into the potential structure, benefits, and challenges of implementing a Pacific defense pact as a cornerstone of regional security architecture. Understand the implications for U.S. foreign policy, regional stability, and the broader balance of power in the Asia-Pacific theater.
