America's Pivot: When Ideology Gives Way to Pragmatism The United States' pivot towards a more pragmatic approach in Southeast Asia has been underway for some time.
Recent statements from Pentagon officials make it clear that this shift is not just about adapting to changing circumstances, but also about acknowledging the limits of American power and influence.
Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby's call for Southeast Asian nations to adopt a "flexible realism" strategy in the Indo Pacific has sparked debate among analysts and policymakers.