James Crabtree is executive director of IISS-Asia in Singapore. He is author of "The Billionaire Raj."
Trilateral security pact reveals Washington's new ambition


Joe Biden, center, is joined virtually by Scott Morrison, left, and Boris Johnson during his remarks about a national security initiative on Sept. 15: AUKUS should prompt a moment of sober reflection. © Sipa/AP
James Crabtree is executive director of IISS-Asia in Singapore. He is author of "The Billionaire Raj."