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Indo-Pacific
The Indo-Pacific Programmatic Sphere at YPFP offers a focused lens on one of the most dynamic and strategically significant regions in global affairs. Through expert briefings, regional policy panels, and cross-cultural dialogues, members explore issues such as maritime security, regional diplomacy, economic integration, democratic development, and U.S. engagement in the Indo-Pacific. The sphere fosters a deeper understanding of the political, economic, and security dynamics shaping the region’s future.
Participants strengthen their regional expertise and analytical skills, gaining tools to assess strategic trends, understand diverse governance models, and engage with stakeholders from across the Indo-Pacific. This sphere prepares emerging leaders to contribute meaningfully to policy conversations and partnerships within this increasingly pivotal region.
Strategic Leads
These volunteer officers are responsible for the vision and execution of YPFP’s thematic programming. They leverage their specialization in the field to curate high-impact programming, from scenario-based wargaming to exclusive briefings. By bridging the gap between emerging professionals and established policy institutions, our Leads ensure that YPFP remains at the forefront of international affairs discourse. If you or your organization are interested in collaborating on future programming, we invite you to reach out to our team.
Guides the strategic direction of the DMV Branch.
Aaron Chan is a Senior Associate at TAG AI, delivering AI-driven geopolitical analysis across Indo-Pacific markets. Formerly Special Advisor to the National Cyber Director, he advanced U.S. cybersecurity strategy and congressional engagement. With a decade in national security and foreign policy, he focuses on China competition, Southeast Asia, and global development issues.
Exploring Power, Partnerships, and Possibilities in the Indo-Pacific
The Indo-Pacific Programmatic Sphere at YPFP offers a focused lens on one of the most dynamic and strategically significant regions in global affairs. Through expert briefings, regional policy panels, and cross-cultural dialogues, members explore issues such as maritime security, regional diplomacy, economic integration, democratic development, and U.S. engagement in the Indo-Pacific. The sphere fosters a deeper understanding of the political, economic, and security dynamics shaping the region’s future.
Participants strengthen their regional expertise and analytical skills, gaining tools to assess strategic trends, understand diverse governance models, and engage with stakeholders from across the Indo-Pacific. This sphere prepares emerging leaders to contribute meaningfully to policy conversations and partnerships within this increasingly pivotal region.