Washington, Dec 7 (NationPress) This week, the Trump administration unveiled an expansive National Security Strategy that prioritizes “America First” as the foundational principle of U.S. foreign and defense policy. The strategy advocates for stricter borders, reindustrialization, significant changes in global burden-sharing, and an intensified approach to countering China’s economic and military influence.

In the introduction of this 33-page document, President Donald Trump stated that his administration has acted with historic urgency to restore American strength both domestically and internationally, aiming to foster peace and stability worldwide.

Trump emphasized that “everything we do is about putting America First,” characterizing this strategy as a blueprint to guarantee that America remains the most successful nation in history and a beacon of freedom.

The report outlines a comprehensive list of goals, starting with the protection of the United States as “an independent, sovereign republic” that secures the natural rights of its citizens and prioritizes their welfare.

It underscores the importance of strong borders, control over migration and transportation systems, and advocates for a global environment where nations collaborate to mitigate destabilizing population movements.

A recurring theme in the document is the necessity of economic strength as the backbone of U.S. security. The strategy calls for an unparalleled industrial base, enhanced access to essential minerals, and the reconstruction of supply chains to ensure that the U.S. is never dependent on adversaries for crucial products.

Energy dominance is also highlighted as a key priority, with a rejection of “disastrous climate change” and “Net Zero” ideologies.

The report critiques decades of engagement with China, which it claims has led to the country’s wealth and power at the expense of American industry. It details a proactive strategy to rebalance economic relations, eliminate “predatory, state-directed subsidies,” prevent intellectual property theft, and thwart Beijing’s efforts to dominate critical supply chains.

It emphasizes the need for competition in the Indo-Pacific, deemed a pivotal economic and geopolitical arena for the coming century. India is identified as a vital ally in this regional challenge, with the U.S. urged to strengthen commercial ties with New Delhi to bolster Indo-Pacific security through continued cooperation with Australia, Japan, and the U.S. (the Quad).

On military matters, the strategy stresses the importance of deterring conflict in the Indo-Pacific, particularly regarding Taiwan, and building a military capable of “denying aggression” in the First Island Chain. Allies in Asia are encouraged to contribute more to collective defense through increased investment and improved access to ports and facilities.

In Europe, the report presents a troubling outlook, warning of “civilizational erasure,” declining birth rates, regulatory overreach, and political instability. It advocates for reestablishing stability within Europe and strategic equilibrium with Russia while empowering European nations to be self-reliant and avoiding NATO’s expansionist tendencies.

Regarding the Middle East, the document posits that the region no longer requires the dominant focus of U.S. strategic attention, attributing this shift to increased American energy production and a series of peace arrangements facilitated by Trump. It describes Iran as “greatly weakened” by Israeli strikes and “Operation Midnight Hammer,” asserting that the region is evolving into “a place of partnership, friendship, and investment.”

For Africa, the report advocates for a transition from aid to investment, emphasizing trade, energy partnerships, and the development of critical minerals with reliable states open to U.S. goods and services.

National Security Strategies, mandated by U.S. law, delineate the foreign policy and defense priorities of each administration.