U.S. Naval Forces in Japan: Is Forward Basing Still Required

Abstract

The need for continued forward basing of U.S. naval forces in Japan is considered against stated U.S. policy objectives in the Asia-Pacific region. The perception the end of the Cold War has reduced the threat to U.S. vital interests in the region has brought into question the need for forward basing of naval forces at current or reduce levels. Primary emphasis is placed on the political and military requirements behind forward basing in Japan rather than addressing specific ports or forces. Nations in the region see a strong and continuous U.S. naval presence as a stabilizing force to counter the tenuous security environment that currently exists. Forward basing also provides the Pacific Command critical advantages in the areas of forward presence and crisis response. The United States continues to maintain a policy of engagement in the Asia-Pacific region which is best served by continued forward basing of U.S. naval forces in Japan.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 17, 1993
Accession Number
ADA266886

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People

  • Richard K. Mayne

Organizations

  • Naval War College

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  • Air Platforms
  • Counter WMD
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Cold War
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Defense Planning
  • Economic Systems
  • Military Budgets
  • Military Requirements
  • Military Strategy
  • National Security
  • New York
  • North Korea
  • Regional Security
  • Security
  • South Korea
  • Treaties
  • United States
  • United States Pacific Command
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  • Strategic Security Studies