U.S. President Joe Biden said Wednesday he will continue reinforcing Washington’s ties with Asian allies in the remainder of his four-year term until January, partly because of China’s rise. In his address to the nation from the Oval Office to explain his decision to exit the presidential race, Biden said, “The best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation. That’s the best way to unite our nation.” “There is a time and a place for long years of experience in public life. But there’s also a time and a place for new voices, fresh voices, yes, younger voices,” Biden said, adding he wi…