BLUF
China’s rapid military-industrial expansion is reshaping deterrence across the Indo-Pacific. Effective stability now depends on frontline allies—especially Japan and the Philippines—working with partners to counter China’s scale.Learning Outcomes
• Explain how China’s industrial scale affects regional deterrence and ADF planning.
• Describe Japan and the Philippines’ roles on the First Island Chain frontline.
• Identify how allied cooperation enhances surveillance, access, and the ability to counter coercive actions.
