Strategic Estimate: India
Abstract
The components of the National Security Strategy that are applicable to the South Asia region are as follows: (1) Deter aggression; failing that. repel or defeat military attack on favorable terms; (2) Pursue equitable and verifiable arms control agreements; (3) Foster restraint in military spending and discourage military adventurism; (4) Prevent the transfer of militarily critical technologies and resources to hostile countries or groups; (5) Promote a strong, prosperous, and competitive U.S. economy; (6) Ensure access to foreign markets, energy, mineral resources, the oceans, and space; (7) Promote an open and expanding international economic system, based on market principles, with minimal distortions to trade and investment, stable currencies, and broadly respected rules for managing and resolving economic disputes; (8) Achieve cooperative solutions to key environmental challenges; (9) Enlarge the commonwealth of nations that share a commitment to democracy; (10) Establish a more balanced partnership with our allies; (11) Strengthen international institutions like the United Nations; (12) Maintain stable regional military balances; (13) Promote diplomatic solutions to regional disputes; and (14) Support aid, trade, and investment policies that promote economic development and social and political progress. The regional defense strategy for South Asia consists of four essential elements: Strategic nuclear deterrence and strategic nuclear defense, Forward presence, Crisis response, and Reconstitution.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 16, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA258379
Entities
People
- Eric N. Johnson
Organizations
- Air War College