US Shifts Defense Strategy to Homeland Focus, Alters China Approach
The Pentagon just revealed a major new plan. Its National Defense Strategy shows a big change. The US will now give allies “more limited” support. This marks a significant shift in American security thinking. The strategy is published every four years. This new version reshapes core priorities.
A New Top Priority Emerges
The US Department of Defense has changed its main concern. Protecting the American homeland is now the primary goal. In addition, security for the entire Western Hemisphere is key.China is no longer the top-ranked defense priority. Previous strategy documents placed China first. This change represents a fundamental policy turn.
Engaging China and Allies
The report explains the new approach to China. Relations will use “strength, not confrontation.” However, the strategy still reinforces recent presidential calls.It asks for greater “burden-sharing” from American allies. These partners must help counter threats from Russia and North Korea. As a result, global partnerships will now operate differently.
This US defense strategy shift will shape international relations for years. Its full impact will become clearer over time.
