First Order of Business

If I were in charge of foreign affairs, my first order of business would be to develop a strong strategic partnership with India.

We are natural allies with many common adversaries.

I would guarantee military support to Taiwan (perhaps behind closed doors).

I would continue strong relationships with Japan, Philippines, and South Korea, and increase relations and support with Vietnam.

I'd undermine relations between China and Pakistan and China and Russia.

China knows they can't win a two front war - I'd show them the possibility of 4-front war.

NOTE: A problem for many ascendent powers -- patience.