We take these capabilities seriously. It would be silly and frankly disrespectful not to. This approach requires focus, prioritization and clarity of purpose. That's why We will ensure our military can, if God forbid necessary, project sustained capabilities along the first island chain and throughout the Indo Pacific. That means being so strong that aggression is not even considered and that peace is preferred and preserved. This is deterrence by denial. (30:24–30:33)
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