The National Military Strategy of the United States of America: Redefining America's Military Leadership
Abstract
The ongoing shifts in relative power and increasing interconnectedness in the international order indicate a strategic inflection point. This requires America's foreign policy to employ an adaptive blend of diplomacy, development, and defense. While the strength of our military will continue to underpin national security, we must continuously adapt our approaches to how we exercise power. Leadership is how we exercise the full spectrum of power to defend our national interests and advance international security and stability. Our Nation's security and prosperity are inseparable. They are sustained by our values and leadership in the international order. In this interdependent world, the enduring interests of the United States are increasingly tied to those of other state and non-state actors. The complexity of this global system and the challenges therein demand that we -- the Joint Force -- think anew about how we lead. In support of our civilian-led foreign policy, this strategy acknowledges the need for military leadership that is redefined for an increasingly complex strategic environment. Our leadership will emphasize mutual responsibility and respect. Accomplishing this strategy will require a full spectrum of direct and indirect leadership approaches -- facilitator, enabler, convener, and guarantor -- sometimes simultaneously.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 08, 2011
- Accession Number
- ADA536663
Entities
Organizations
- Joint Chiefs of Staff