Strengthening U.S. Security Cooperation in the Asian-Pacific by Improving Relations Between Japan and South Korea: The Case of Chile-Argentina as a Model
Abstract
This thesis studies the relationship of JapanSouth Korea and ArgentinaChile to seek means to improve future U.S. security cooperation in East Asia. By approaching the JapanSouth Korea case from the post-war period, I develop the points of friction that inhibit their improved relations, from historical conflicts, military-to-military relations, and economic interactions. By examining these points of tension, I explore how each factor is linked and why there are certain restrictions on interactions between Japan and South Korea. I examine comparable sources of tension in the Chile and Argentina casenamely memories of past historical conflicts, political stability, and trade relationsto find out how Chile and Argentina were able to lessen tensions and develop more cooperative relations. The research found that when approaching the JapanSouth Korea relationship, third-party intervention will be the viable choice to achieving sustained relations. Additionally, the use of (CBMs) with the JapaneseSouth Korean relationship will support U.S. security cooperation in East Asia. The study notes that CBMs will take time to develop better relations between Japan and South Korea; however, the expectation is that as the partnership grows, CBMs will build trust and meaningful present-day interactions that will eventually overshadow past atrocities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1114778
Entities
People
- Franklin E. Agli
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School