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In conclusion, Zion suggests that while the civilian economy may not experience an immediate boom driven by the defense buildup, strategic investments in energy and infrastructure, bolstered by skilled labor development and regulatory reforms, are essential to position the U.S. for future growth. The geopolitical stakes with Russia and China will shape the scale and scope of military preparedness, but the technological advances of the coming decades will likely center around international collaboration and private enterprise rather than solely government initiatives.