Gain insights into the critical geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific region through this fireside chat with Admiral John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, at the Aspen Security Forum 2023. Explore the military perspective on U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities, covering topics such as new domains of conflict, U.S.-China relations, Taiwan, China's regional ambitions, and the impact of emerging technologies on warfare and strategy. Delve into current events, including the situation of a U.S. soldier in North Korean custody, nuclear submarine deployments, North Korea's missile launches, and the assessment of potential Chinese actions towards Taiwan. Examine the complexities of deterrence, Chinese military capabilities, U.S. missile defense, and the challenges of weapons backlogs. Conclude with Admiral Aquilino's personal insights and a glimpse into future considerations for the Indo-Pacific region.
U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy and Security Challenges - Admiral John C. Aquilino
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Overview
Syllabus
Intro
US Soldier in North Korean custody
USS Kentucky nucleararmed ballistic missile submarine
North Koreas missile launches
Solid fuel ICBM
Will North Korea test a nuke
No Limits Partnership
US Military Assessment of When China May Invad Taiwan
Are you confident that the US would be able to defend Taiwan
If there were a declaration of independence by Taiwan that would be a serious concern
The time to deter China is running out
Chinese spy balloons
Chinas Hypersonic capabilities
US missile defense capabilities
Chinas nuclear breakout
Taiwan
Weapons backlog
Favorite part of the interview
Top Gun Maverick
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