What Happened
Under Secretary Colby Outlines Flexible Realism Approach
Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby has reaffirmed the US commitment to Indo-Pacific security, outlining a flexible realism approach that prioritizes practical interests and seeks partnerships with regional allies. The US is investing in a strong denial defense in the Western Pacific and is committed to building a resilient architecture of denial defense along the First Island Chain. This approach is part of the Administration’s National Security Strategy and National Defense Strategy, as reported by Unknown Source.