U.S. Department of Defense

In two words, the National Defense Strategy is to be strong and innovative in order to deter conflict or to win if diplomacy and deterrence fail, Army Gen. James C. McConville said.

McConville spoke about the great power competition today at the Atlantic Council in Washington. Allies and partners, personnel and innovation were the general’s discussed themes.

DOD relies heavily on allies and partners, McConville said, noting that he has personally met with 75 chiefs of staff from nations around the world over the course of the last year.

There aren’t enough U.S. soldiers to be in all places in the world at one time where they’re needed, he said.

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