28 February 2013
Extended Deterrence in Northeast Asia: Keep a Cool Head and Maintain a High Profile
This commentary discusses the effectiveness of the US nuclear deterrence in North-East Asia. Even if the US extended deterrence, which underpins America’s alliances with South Korea and Japan, is working well, its boundaries are being dangerously tested. This situation demands urgent improvement of alliance coordination and cooperation. As a result of the growing North Korean nuclear threat, the public opinions of South Korea and Japan are increasingly requiring the development of national nuclear weapons capabilities. This might weaken the American leadership in the region.
© 2013 Pacific Forum, Center for Strategic and International Studies
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David Santoro
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