Michael D. Swaine (Quincy Institute), Ralph A. Cossa (Pacific Forum), Robert S. Ross (Boston College), Michael Vlahos (Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs), Van Jackson (Victoria University of Wellington)

This discussion will investigate the current landscape of U.S.-China relations to shed light both on the relationship itself and how this most pivotal relationship affects the two giants’ other bilateral and multilateral moves in the region. Speakers will also consider how regional powers hedge or align their policies within great power competition and review how tensions are shaping impulses for regional primacy.