A new strategic concept informally circulating in Washington’s policymaking circles envisions the creation of a ‘Core 5’ (C5) forum involving the United States, China, Russia, India, and Japan, according to a report by Defense One. This proposed framework, sources claim, appears in an unpublished draft of the National Security Strategy, outlining a fresh approach to U.S. engagement with major global powers beyond the traditional G7 structure. Politico has also reported on the idea, describing it as “far-out but not shocking.”
The envisioned C5 grouping would bring together several of the world’s most influential nations—each with populations exceeding 100 million and significant geopolitical weight. The draft strategy reportedly calls for regular high-level summits, with the inaugural meeting centred on Middle East security, including potential pathways toward normalising ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
A Shift in Washington’s Strategic Priorities
Analysts say the C5 concept reflects a notable recalibration in U.S. foreign policy. Rather than relying primarily on long-standing European alliances, the proposal signals increased engagement with emerging and influential powers whose actions independently shape regional and global outcomes.
According to the Defense One report, the unpublished draft hints at a broader restructuring of U.S. influence in Europe, with Washington potentially placing greater emphasis on partnerships with nations capable of exerting autonomous geopolitical impact.
A Pragmatic, Transactional Diplomatic Framework
The proposed C5 structure aligns with a more pragmatic and transactional U.S. diplomatic approach—one that prioritises direct engagement with power centres regardless of ideological alignment. Politico notes that many national security practitioners view the idea as consistent with evolving U.S. strategic thinking, particularly the focus on direct negotiation with key global players.
Both Defense One and Politico reports emphasise that the C5 is intended to facilitate dialogue on pressing international challenges—from Middle East stability and global security issues to technological competition and questions of governance and influence.
While the concept remains unofficial and unpublished, it underscores Washington’s growing interest in redefining multilateral diplomacy for a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
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