The foreign policy strategy of the US ruling elites in the 21st century: Indo-Pacific region

The author focuses on the strategy of the US ruling elites in the Indo-Pacific region. Documents of American senior officials responsible for US foreign policy are used as sources. The concept of “Free and Open Indo-Pacific”, which reflects the vision of Washington, is analyzed. The research hypothesis assumes that the US elite is pursuing a systematic policy of creating political and economic alliances with the countries of Southeast Asia to ensure world hegemony in the 21st century. China is their main competitor. The US is trying to create a chain of politically unfriendly states with the democratic values around PRC’s borders. Such a bloc policy makes it possible to obtain reliable allies who are ready to make any sacrifice to achieve the interests of their patrons.