Chapter One
Finding Security in the Indo-Pacific Mosaic
James M. Minnich
Unity is strength…when there is teamwork and collaboration,
wonderful things can be achieved
— Mattie J.T. Stepanek, American Poet
Abstract
The Indo-Pacific faces unprecedented pressures from disruption, division, and competition, yet has tremendous potential for cooperation and shared security. This chapter explores the historical forces and contemporary drivers shaping the region’s complex security landscape. It emphasizes the agency of all states, particularly smaller actors, in navigating great power rivalries and building a stable and prosperous future through comprehensive security cooperation.
