RealClearDefense Editor David Craig interviews Dr. Michael R. Auslin on his new book, released today: The End of the Asian Century - War, Stagnation, and the Risks to the World's Most Dynamic Region. Dr. Auslin explains why the Indo-Pacific region is so important, misunderstood, and the future risk factors facing this region.



In this first part of a two-part series, Dr. Auslin explains what inspired his new book, his extensive research, and the future security dynamic of the Indo-Pacific.