Toward a Regional Triad -- The Nature of Future US Strategic Engagement in the South China Sea
Abstract
The current rebalancing of U.S. forces to the Pacific requires an understanding of a number of factors. Among these factors are a greater understanding of emerging trends in the Chinese military, and a clearer assessment of the Chinese regional strategic plan. In addition, an examination of the political and geographical features of the South China Sea region and how these support and limit the U.S. response is required. When the current situation in the South China Sea is balanced against the historical model of Anglo-American engagement in the Persian Gulf region, a model emerges for future U.S. engagement in the South China Sea. The Anglo-American model uses a combination of personnel, positioning, and procurement to create regional security in the Persian Gulf. The United States can apply appropriate elements of this model to achieve a regional balance of power in the South China Sea.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 14, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA569536
Entities
People
- Justin Y. Lawlor
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College