U.S. vs. China: Allies Give America the Edge in Southeast Asia
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The United States may be losing a direct contest with China for influence in Southeast Asia. However, when U.S. allies are included in the equation, the American-led bloc still leads. This advantage, experts say, requires Washington to strengthen ties with Northeast Asian partners like Japan and South Korea to maintain its position.