International Military Education and Training: The Ultimate Foreign Policy Tool for The 21st Century.
Abstract
International Military Education and Training (IMET) is more important today than ever before. Security assistance has historically played a prominent role in foreign and defense policy. The IMET program is an essential complement to the U.S. defense effort, in that it represents the most visible aspect of U.S. foreign and defense policy and its implementation results in tangible evidence of U.S. interests and presence. Such evidence is illustrated with the IMET program, which enables governments to increase their internal defense capabilities. Extended IMET provides the opportunity for foreign civilian leaders to learn, through U.S. guidance and assistance, how to establish a practical infrastructure and economic base in their own country. This program helps achieve and maintain regional stability. IMET is truly the ultimate foreign policy tool that will give the U.S. an edge over enemies, defend against attack and protect vital interests in the twenty-first century. Congress should recognize the strategic importance of IMET and appropriate additional funding.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 09, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA342928
Entities
People
- James L. Walker
Organizations
- United States Army War College