Tim Kaine actually said...

But we need to do more, and we have to contest China's actions not only in terms of their forward basing strategy but their desire to go aft...

In order for the United States to be seen as a credible, reliable partner and provide an alternate choice to the PRC...

I also want to underscore this is a recommendation from Senator Coons.

We should be providing an alternative to the infrastructure development that the PRC offers.