On the recordSeptember 20, 2016
I do not see it as inevitable that we will have a confrontation with China in the South China Sea if we have the correct strategy to avoid such confrontation and potential conflict.
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congress.govI do not see it as inevitable that we will have a confrontation with China in the South China Sea if we have the correct strategy to avoid such confrontation and potential conflict.
Forbes expresses optimism about avoiding conflict with China through proper strategy.
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