Rebalancing to the Asia-Pacific Region, and Challenges of Anti-Access/Area Denial & the Air-Sea Battle Strategy
Abstract
This paper begins with a basic overview of strategic guidance driving the U.S. to shift its focus to the Asia-Pacific region. Additionally, it provides a brief background on A2/AD, and the Air-Sea Battle strategy in order to form the foundation for follow-on discussion and analysis. The paper then provides a thorough review of current Chinese A2/AD capabilities, and projected advancements over the next decade. Next, the paper presents a hypothetical scenario involving Chinese A2/AD attack along with projected impacts on the U.S. Following this, the paper proposes application of the Air-Sea Battle strategy as a theoretical U.S. response to the Chinese A2/AD threat. The paper concludes with a discussion on actions that the U.S. should take to counter aggressive Chinese military growth in the Asia-Pacific in order to preserve safety and stability for the U.S. and its allies in the region.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 05, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA601637
Entities
People
- Andrew C. Marsiglia Ii
Organizations
- Marine Corps University