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Witnesses tell committee China is the pacing challenge; urge deterrent posture and stronger alliances
Summary
General Keane and Dr. Carlin testified that China poses the principal long‑term challenge, recommended prioritizing deterrence in the Indo‑Pacific, and urged closer cooperation with allies including through AUKUS and trilateral arrangements.
Witnesses told the House Armed Services Committee that China represents the pacing challenge for U.S. national defense and said deterrence—by denial, punishment and resilience—should guide U.S. strategy in the Indo‑Pacific.
General Jack Keane said that China ‘‘has largely negated The US military advantage in the Western Pacific’’ after two decades of focused investment, and he urged rebuilding readiness and capability. Keane identified submarines as an area where the…
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