Beyond Forward Naval Presence Asserting American Military Power in East Asia

Abstract

As China's maritime strength and influence grows, U.S. forward naval presence alone may not be enough to deter them from regional, as well as global ambitions. U.S. forces must also regularly demonstrate their strength, capabilities, and resolve through show of force operations. Show of force operations, supported by robust information operations, that relay U.S. strength and resolve to the People s Republic of China (PRC), may prove effective in deterring PRC forces from challenging U.S. forces. Show of force operations will also send a clear signal to PRC leadership and to U.S. partners in the region that the United States intends to stay engaged militarily in the region.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 10, 2007
Accession Number
ADA470780

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People

  • Jon O'connor

Organizations

  • Naval War College

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Air Defense
  • Aircraft Carriers
  • Command And Control
  • Education
  • Governments
  • Information Operations
  • Military History
  • Military Operations
  • Military Science
  • Naval Operations
  • Naval Warfare
  • Navy
  • Psychological Operations
  • Training
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • Asian Economic Studies
  • Strategic Security Studies