US Defense Bill, Cooperation With Israel Strengthened:Is Iran The Target or China The Ultimate Goal?

The passage of the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027 with a proposed $1.15 trillion defense framework, reflects the strategic priorities shaping American foreign and security policy over the coming years. its underlying logic raises a central question: Is China now the principal focus of long-term U.S. strategy in Asia?