Kurt Campbell Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of State
The confirmation underscores the strategic focus on the US-China relationship amid global challenges.
- The US Senate confirmed Kurt Campbell as the Deputy Secretary of State, emphasizing the strategic importance of the US-China relationship.
- Campbell, a veteran in US-Asia relations and a key national security aide to President Joe Biden, brings extensive experience to the role.
- His confirmation reflects a bipartisan effort, with a Senate vote of 92 to 5, to focus US foreign policy on China amid global challenges.
- Campbell has advocated for strengthening alliances and managing competition with China responsibly, without seeking conflict.
- He has played a significant role in shaping the US's 'pivot to Asia' strategy, aiming to rebalance resources towards the region.