On the recordMay 16, 2023
The PRC is becoming our only global competitor with both the power and the intent to reshape the international system to suit its authoritarian preferences.
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congress.govThe PRC is becoming our only global competitor with both the power and the intent to reshape the international system to suit its authoritarian preferences.
Highlighting China's growing global influence and authoritarian goals.
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I think that is certainly China's goal, to be the dominant player in the Indo-Pacific.
It is not. It is one that would be controlled by autocrats, eventually, if they were to dominate the Indo-Pacific, and if Iran dominated activities in the region.
We will make sure that we maintain what is necessary to defend this country and protect our interests.