Balance within the Rebalance: The Supporting Role of the U.S. Military in the Asia-Pacific Region
Abstract
The United States and particularly the Department of Defense is showing increasing interest in the Asia-Pacific region. This complex region contributes greatly to the world economy and is continuing to develop means to cooperate, yet contains tense friction points with potential to draw regional powers and even the United States into armed conflict. If not conducted carefully, any action taken by the United States to achieve benefits in this region could create greater potential for conflict and lose even the benefits the U.S. is currently enjoying. This paper will show that the U.S. must use its military cautiously in support of all elements of national power to enhance its influence in the Asia-Pacific region. To demonstrate this, it will consider why the United States is interested in the Asia-Pacific region and assess current U.S. strategy in the region as well as the role the U.S. military plays in the region with respect to diplomatic and economic efforts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2014
- Accession Number
- AD1032425
Entities
People
- Bryan P. Truesdell
Organizations
- Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies