Rear Adm. Lorin Selby: Revisiting The Hedge Strategy With Renewed Urgency

In a commentary written by RAINCLOUD member Rear Adm. Lorin Selby and Michael Brown, they emphasize the need for the United States to reconfigure its military strategy concerning China in the Indo-Pacific region. Due to the unique challenges posed by China's territorial expansion and the anticipated modernization of its military by 2027, the U.S. is urged to implement a hedge strategy that prioritizes emerging technologies, particularly small, low-cost, and smart weaponry. This approach contrasts with the U.S.'s traditional dependence on complex and costly weapon systems. The authors advocate for the establishment of a new defense undersecretary position focused on innovation and commercial technology to lead this strategic shift. Furthermore, they point out the importance of the Defense Department adapting its procurement processes to incorporate rapidly evolving technologies, using the conflict in Ukraine as an example of the benefits of such adaptation. Notably, Lorin Selby is highlighted as a co-author of this piece.

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