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Accession Number:
AD1029172
Title:
China's Interests and Goals in the Arctic: Implications for the United States
Descriptive Note:
Technical Report
Corporate Author:
U.S. Army War College -Strategic Studies Institute Carlisle United States
Report Date:
2017-03-01
Pagination or Media Count:
117.0
Abstract:
This Letort Paper examines the geopolitical implications of Chinas growing involvement in the Arctic for U.S. interests. First, the evolution of U.S. Arctic strategy, including its political and military components, is discussed. Next, Chinas interests and goals in the Arctic are addressed. A third section examines the Arctic in Chinas relations with Canada, Russia, and the Nordic states. This Letort Paper then evaluates the consequences of Chinas expanding Arctic presence for U.S. security interests and concludes with policy recommendations.
Distribution Statement:
APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE