It was shaped to help his team build its approach in dealing with the relationships involving America's most prominent adversaries and competitors.
President Joe Biden has issued a national security memorandum aimed at countering threats from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia by enhancing the resilience of U.S. critical infrastructure. The memo directs federal agencies to prioritize the protection of sectors like energy, transportation, and communications against cyber and physical attacks. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach involving public-private partnerships, advanced cybersecurity measures, and the integration of emerging technologies to safeguard national security. The directive also calls for regular assessments and updates to ensure that infrastructure remains secure against evolving threats from these adversarial nations.