US allies in Asia alarmed as think tank calls for pullback

US allies in Asia are expressing concern after a think tank suggested that the US should pull back from the western Pacific. This proposal has sparked worries that a US withdrawal would embolden China, potentially allowing it to expand its influence in the region. The move could weaken deterrence and create a power vacuum that China might fill.

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A US withdrawal from the western Pacific would weaken deterrence and strengthen China's position, potentially destabilizing the region. This could lead to increased tensions and decreased investor confidence in Asian markets.

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