US Engagement With Indo-Pacific Requires Greater Trade, Investment

U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai embarks this week on her first trip to Asia in the post. She will travel to Japan, South Korea, and India to hold high-level meetings with trade stakeholders in each country “to discuss the enduring U.S. commitment to the Indo-Pacific region and to strengthen trade and economic relationships with key allies and partners.” Tai’s visit to the region comes at a critical juncture, particularly given the fact that many countries in the Indo-Pacific region have questioned America’s willingness and commitment  to pursue greater freedom to…

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