America's China Policy

Past, present and future

 

 

Melbourne | state library victoria

Monday, February 16, 2026  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM AEDT

Join us to hear from one of America's leading voices on Asia about the most consequential bilateral relationship in the world. Ely Ratner will trace America's evolution towards strategic competition with China, assess the Trump administration's current approach, and explore what lies ahead. The Lowy Institute's Sam Roggeveen will moderate the event.

Event Information

Monday, February 16, 2026

6:15 PM – 7:15 PM

Doors open 6:00pm

State Library Victoria

The Conversation Quarter, Melbourne

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:

Sam Roggeveen
Sam Roggeveen
Lowy Institute
Director, International Security Program
Ely Ratner
Ely Ratner
Former US Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs