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French Joint Commander for Asia-Pacific Outlines Paris’ Indo-Pacific Defense Plans
By Abhijnan Rej
“In a strategic context focused on the growing competition between the U.S. and China, France could be a credible alternative for many countries in Southeast Asia,” says Rear Admiral Jean-Mathieu Rey.