East Asia: A Strategic Appraisal of the Region, Soviet Strategy, and the U.S. Posture
Abstract
During the past 20 years, East Asia has become a power in world affairs proportionate to its vast size and population. As the United States and the Soviet Union continue their global competition, American leaders must appreciate the region's importance and understand General Secretary and President Mikhail Gorbachev's strategy. Given the vital importance of Asia, there is a need for the United States to reassess its approach to the Asian- Pacific region. The purpose of this study is to being that extraordinarily important process. The study is to begin that extraordinarily important process. The study examines how the East Asian nations influence the rest of the world. It explores how the Soviets have been successfully implementing their strategy in terms of military, socio-psychological, political, and economic power. The study identifies United States' vital interests in the region and US posture relative to those interests. Finally, the current US strategic objectives are identified and recommended initiatives are presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 05, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA208009
Entities
People
- Louis J. Darnell
Organizations
- United States Army War College