Information on "Defense Alliances" and "East Asia"
April 2013
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Apr 2013
Planning the Unthinkable War
Author: Benjamin Schreer
Publisher: Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)
This study looks at the US 'Air-Sea Battle' operational concept and its implications for Australia. More on «Planning the Unthinkable War»
February 2013
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26 Feb 2013
South Korea’s Strengthened Deterrence Against Nuclear North
Author: Richard Seok-ho Kang
Publisher: Pacific Forum CSIS
This article analyzes South Korea's defensive strategy and deterrence options against North Korean nuclear threat. More on «South Korea’s Strengthened Deterrence Against Nuclear North»
December 2012
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4 Dec 2012
After Obama's Visit: The US-Thailand Alliance and China
Author: Sasiwan Chingchit
Publisher: East-West Center (EWC)
This policy brief discusses developments in the US-Thailand relationship, with a particular focus on the adoption of a new joint vision statement for the Thai-US Defense Alliance. More on «After Obama's Visit: The US-Thailand Alliance and China»
September 2012
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25 Sep 2012
A Gilded Alliance: Global Korea’s G-20/Yeonpyeong Moment Revisited
Author: Heajeong Lee
Publisher: East Asia Institute (EAI)
This policy brief discusses the relations between the Republic of Korea (ROK) and the United States. More on «A Gilded Alliance: Global Korea’s G-20/Yeonpyeong Moment Revisited»
August 2012
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3 Aug 2012
The US Military Presence in Okinawa and the Futenma Base Controversy
Author: Emma Chanlett-Avery, Ian E Rinehart
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report examines the status of the base relocation agreement as well as the strategic, historic and political context for the US military presence in Okinawa. More on «The US Military Presence in Okinawa and the Futenma Base Controversy»
July 2012
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Jul 2012
How Does the Democratic Party of Japan Affect Security Policy?
Publisher: Center on Contemporary Conflict (CCC)
This paper sheds light on the impact of the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) on the country’s security policy. More on «How Does the Democratic Party of Japan Affect Security Policy?»
June 2012
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Jun 2012
Navigating a Sea of Troubles
Author: Thomas U Berger
Publisher: East Asia Institute (EAI)
This essay provides a brief overview of the development of the principal maritime disputes in East Asia. More on «Navigating a Sea of Troubles» -
Jun 2012
Do Domestic Processes Prevent Effective Balancing?
Author: Hyon Joo Yoo
Publisher: East Asia Institute (EAI)
This article seeks to offer an alternative explanation for why states fail to employ effective cooperation with their alliance partners. More on «Do Domestic Processes Prevent Effective Balancing?» -
Jun 2012
"The Lynchpin" Grapples with Frustration and Distrust
Author: Brad Glosserman, David Santoro
Publisher: Center on Contemporary Conflict (CCC)
This conference summary report provides insights into the nature and current status of the US-ROK alliance as well as the regional balance of power. More on «"The Lynchpin" Grapples with Frustration and Distrust»
May 2012
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15 May 2012
US-South Korea Relations
Author: Mark E Manyin, Emma Chanlett-Avery, Mary B Nikitin
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
Since late 2008, relations between the United States and South Korea have been arguably at their best state in decades. More on «US-South Korea Relations»
