Biden Nominates Kurt Campbell, Architect of 'Pivot to Asia' Strategy, as Deputy Secretary of State

Campbell's nomination reveals Biden's ongoing commitment to his Indo-Pacific strategy amid escalating global tensions, indicating a continued tough stance on China and desire for deepening alliances in the region.

President Joe Biden has nominated Kurt Campbell as the State Department's deputy secretary. Campbell is the architect of the United States' 'pivot' to Asia strategy and has taken a tough approach on the rising power of China.
The nomination signals Biden's continuing focus on his Indo-Pacific strategy in response to increasing global tensions. This strategy aims to develop deeper alliances in the region and maintain the US's firm stance on China.
Campbell's nomination is being viewed positively by Asia-Pacific allies. His role will involve the deepening of partnerships among allies and partners in the region in order to build a democratic counterweight to an increasingly authoritarian China.
Despite taking a hardline stance on China, Campbell has also stressed the need for the US and China to coexist peacefully and maintain areas of cooperation. This balance is seen as an important aspect of the Indo-Pacific approach.
As deputy secretary of state, a position that requires Senate confirmation, Campbell will be taking part in regular strategic discussions on a variety of national security and foreign policy issues.

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South China Morning Post