Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense Helvey said the US needs a long-term strategy to compete with China in the "marathon" on the international arena.

China's challenge to international rules-based order is the "marathon," not the "sprint," the right of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indian Ocean security issues -

"We must work together resolutely to face this long-term challenge by continuing to represent the core principles of respect for sovereignty, transparency, peaceful settlement of disputes, freedom of navigation and

Helvey is in charge of the Indian-Pacific strategy of the administration of President Donald Trump, the concept that became the cornerstone of American policy in Asia.

The rivalry between the United States and China has increased and expanded over the past few years, from trade wars to security issues in the South China Sea, Taiwan and more recently Hong Kong security law.

China's rise does not mean "inevitably conflict" or "competition will lead to conflict" and the international community "cannot stand still" as China "continues to bend, despise or rewrite.

"That's why now and more than ever, like-minded partners must act with preparation, connection and resilience to ensure peace and prosperity for decades to come," Helvey wrote.

Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense that the Hong Kong security law is the latest example of the act of "bending, belittling or rewriting the rules in favor of pursuing domestic and cadastral results

The United States should "focus on preventing aggression" by maintaining availability and capacity, developing new operational ideas and investing more to bolster technological advantages, including

"We need to be steadfast in protecting our infrastructure and communications network, economy and socio-political organizations against China's bad influence, to ensure common interests and security," Helvey wrote.

According to Helvey, the US needs to look for opportunities to include new partners in its efforts, call on allies and existing partners to strengthen defense capabilities and "contribute to efforts to protect the common interests".

Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense US comments in the context of tensions with China China rise, putting pressure on surrounding countries and territories.