Research Brief
A New U.S. Strategy for a Changing Asia
Jan 1, 2001
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The past 20 years have been a time of relative peace in Asia and, notwithstanding the 1997–1998 financial crisis, a period of robust economic growth as well. Currently, however, Asia is beset by a variety of problems that could well imperil the stability it has long enjoyed — including territorial disputes, nuclear rivalry, rising nationalist sentiments, and increased military capabilities. This report summarizes the manner in which the United States can best meet these challenges and thereby ensure continued peace and stability in the region. In the interests of this goal, the report outlines an integrated political, military, and economic strategy that the United States can pursue to inhibit the growth of rivalries in Asia and, more broadly, prevent the rise of instability in the region. Also delineated are changes in U.S. military posture that will be made necessary by this strategy.
Preface
Figures
Tables
Summary
Acknowledgements
Acknowledgments
Acronyms
Chapter One
The USAF and Asia
Chapter Two
The Changing Asian Political-Military Environment
Chapter Three
U.S. Strategy for a Changing Asia
Chapter Four
Implications for the Military and USAF: The Challenges of Change
Appendix A
The Changing Political-Military Environment: Northeast Asia
Appendix B
The Changing Political-Military Environment: China
Appendix C
The Changing Political-Military Environment: Southeast Asia
Appendix D
The Changing Political-Military Environment: South Asia
Bibliography
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