This bill, titled the "Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act," aims to address the aggressive and irresponsible behavior of China and North Korea in the Indo-Pacific region. Congress finds that both nations pose significant risks to regional, United States, and international security, necessitating proactive deterrence. To this end, the legislation mandates the establishment of a Task Force on the Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization within 180 days of enactment. The Task Force will be chaired by the Secretary of State and include other key officials such as the Secretary of Defense and Director of National Intelligence. Its primary responsibilities are to analyze the conduct of China and North Korea, assess the security situation, and determine if a collective security agreement with Indo-Pacific allies like Japan, South Korea, and Australia could serve as an effective deterrent. The Task Force must submit a report within one year of its establishment, detailing its analysis and recommendations for such an agreement to relevant congressional committees.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International Affairs
Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act
USA119th CongressHR-3721| House
| Updated: 6/4/2025
This bill, titled the "Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act," aims to address the aggressive and irresponsible behavior of China and North Korea in the Indo-Pacific region. Congress finds that both nations pose significant risks to regional, United States, and international security, necessitating proactive deterrence. To this end, the legislation mandates the establishment of a Task Force on the Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization within 180 days of enactment. The Task Force will be chaired by the Secretary of State and include other key officials such as the Secretary of Defense and Director of National Intelligence. Its primary responsibilities are to analyze the conduct of China and North Korea, assess the security situation, and determine if a collective security agreement with Indo-Pacific allies like Japan, South Korea, and Australia could serve as an effective deterrent. The Task Force must submit a report within one year of its establishment, detailing its analysis and recommendations for such an agreement to relevant congressional committees.