<P> A collective term encompassing both national defense and foreign relations of the United States . Specifically, the condition provided by: a . a military or defense advantage over any foreign nation or group of nations; b . a favorable foreign relations position; or c. a defense posture capable of successfully resisting hostile or destructive action from within or without, overt or covert . </P> <P> In 2010, the White House included an all - encompassing world - view in a national security strategy which identified "security" as one of the country's "four enduring national interests" that were "inexorably intertwined": </P> <P> "To achieve the world we seek, the United States must apply our strategic approach in pursuit of four enduring national interests: </P> <Ul> <Li> Security: The security of the United States, its citizens, and U.S. allies and partners . </Li> <Li> Prosperity: A strong, innovative, and growing U.S. economy in an open international economic system that promotes opportunity and prosperity . </Li> <Li> Values: Respect for universal values at home and around the world . </Li> <Li> International Order: An international order advanced by U.S. leadership that promotes peace, security, and opportunity through stronger cooperation to meet global challenges . </Li> </Ul>

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