Secretary of State Marco Rubio makes 1st visit to Asia
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The U.S. Secretary of State wants to bolster defense ties in the Indo-Pacific, while distrust of Trump’s commitments to the region, particularly on economic issues, runs deep.
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Rubio described the meeting as “constructive” and that the two nations can learn to manage their differences while exploring areas of cooperation.
A senior state department official has asserted that it is in “America’s interest” to commit to East Asia and Southeast Asia. Trump has been advised to prioritise Asia amid China’s threatening influen