Trump Making Big Mistake for Missing APEC Summit, Park Strategies' King Says

The transcript discusses the implications of the US missing the APEC meeting, especially in the context of China's growing influence in the Western Pacific, particularly in Papua New Guinea. It highlights the strategic importance of the region and the absence of US leadership, contrasting it with China's active presence. The role of Vice President Pence in articulating US policy against China is noted, alongside Australia's evolving stance towards China and its alignment with US interests.

Discuss the significance of the South China Sea in the context of U.S.-China influence.

What are the potential consequences of the U.S. not participating in the TPP according to the speaker?