Always Ready for the Call: Leveraging the United States Coast Guard's Unique Reputation and Capability in the South China Sea

Abstract

The South China Sea is one of the worlds most strategic and contested maritime regions. The thesis examines the problem of how China might exploit gaps in international rules and norms in its use of the China Coast Guard to enforce excessive South China Sea claims. The United States may advance strategic gains by leveraging the U.S. Coast Guard's military capabilities, law enforcement authorities, and unique reputation in support of Department of Defense and U.S. Pacific Command strategies in the South China Sea. The thesis recommends deploying Legend-Class National Security Cutters to the South China Sea to conduct theater security cooperation and Freedom of Navigation operations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 19, 2018
Accession Number
AD1050910

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  • Justin M. Carter

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  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

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