US-China Security Management: Assessing the Military-to-Miltary Relationship

Abstract

Controversy has surrounded the United States military-to-military relationship with China ever since rapprochement began in 1971. The current debate on Department of Defense activities with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) have focused attention on the value, rationale, and benefits of the relationship. This study documents the history of U.S. security management with China from 1971 to the present and, based on that history, examines the arguments for and against conducting certain types of activities with the PLA. It then recommends a program of suitable military-to-military activities based on prescribed constraints and goals.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA426611

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  • Kevin Pollpeter

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  • RAND Corporation

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