This text snippet discusses the initiative to combat China's irregular warfare and influence in Southeast Asia. The article focuses on how the United States is aiming to strengthen alliances and partnerships to counter the Chinese Communist Party's malign activities in the region. Lt Col Jeffrey S. Lehmkuhl, USAFR, presents his research on the negative impact of China's actions on various sectors such as trade, investments, security, arms sales, and technology. Additionally, the snippet mentions two Reddit communities dedicated to discussing US-China and US-Russia relations and openly debating issues related to China.