Great Power Rivalry In Asia - Pacific: China's Maritime Strategy, And U.S. Allies Respond 

The talk focuses on the dynamics of China's maritime strategy and the U.S. response to competition in Asia Pacific, particularly the South China Sea, and its developments from 2012 to 2023. Dr. Anggoro outlines China's policy changes and approaches, including economic diplomacy and military enhancement, while touching on the concepts of hybrid war and the Gray Zone. The risks and possibilities of cyber warfare, as well as the role of ASEAN in dealing with this dynamic, are also the topics. The U.S. bilateral relations with Asia-Pacific countries are emphasized as a counterweight to China's power, with an emphasis on potential future conflicts and China's war avoidance strategy. In conclusion, there is little chance of an open war, with tactics utilizing loopholes in international law and cyber warfare more likely as a state tool.