When President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton talked about a "pivot towards Asia" in America's foreign policy priorities, they were referring to which of the following?

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The "pivot towards Asia" in America's foreign policy priorities refers to China's economic rise and increasing military power, along with its interest in countries rich in oil and gas, leading India and Japan to forge closer relationships with the United States. This shift in focus was meant to ensure the United States remained a relevant and central player in the Asia-Pacific region, and maintain stability in the face of China's growing influence. Option A is incorrect as China has not taken over American allies like Vietnam, Taiwan, and Indonesia; these countries maintain their own sovereignty. Option B is incorrect as economic development loans from the US to China and Japan are not the focus of the pivot. Option D is incorrect as the pivot is not solely focused on American businesses' interests. Option E is incorrect as it implies that China is forging a closer relationship with the United States, which is not the main focus of the pivot.

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