Asia's Lesser Powers Confront US-China Threat to the Regional Order

Asia's Lesser Powers Confront US-China Threat to the Regional Order

Tensions between the United States and China have been on the rise under Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, challenging longstanding regional moves to peace and prosperity. In response, a number of less powerful East Asian states have taken steps toward deeper regional economic ties and multilateral institutions. This paper analyzes these competing tensions and their implications for the Asia-Pacific regional order.