A Post Cold War Military Strategy for Northeast Asia.
Abstract
In the Post Cold War period, regional dynamics are presenting problems for the United States in Northeast Asia. Economics has become dominant over security issues, leaving the U.S. with the dilemma of how to utilize military forces to maintain influence and access while ensuring regional stability. Korea is the focal point of this problem. The U.S. forward deployed forces have always enjoyed a hospitable environment, but Korean domestic issues, economic problems with the U.S., and the perception of the lessening of the threat in today's multipolar world are causing a revelation of this relationship. The United States can take the lead in determining what the Northeast Asia security arrangements will look like in the 21st Century, but quick implementation of such a military strategy is required before Korean hospitality wears out. Recognizing the diminishing resources, military commanders must discard a strategy that involves fighting a Korean ground war utilizing American troops. Restructuring and reducing the current contingent of U.S. forces will also be required. Finally, the new U.S. military strategy should recognize that a multinational coalition, like the United Nations Command, is required to successfully prosecute a war in Korea. The United States must be prepared to replace the UNC, if necessary, with a series of integrated bilateral security arrangements that will enhance the security of the region.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 05, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA235681
Entities
People
- Asher W. Spittler Ii
Organizations
- United States Army War College