An Asia-Pacific Economic Bear Hug

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Abstract:

The Soviet Unions presence in the Asia-Pacific region has historically been reflected in its military capability. Her Pacific buildup now includes the largest of the USSRs four fleets and a steady growth of air and naval forces at Cam Ranh Bay. This study shows that the Soviets are now enhancing their regional presence through another means of power in addition to their military. The use of economics as an alternative to gain a non-military foothold in the region is now a viable link to the Soviets overall strategy. This study explores why the Soviets are using economic power and then trace their attempts to gain an economic foothold in the region. Keywords Northeast Asia Southeast Asia International politics Economic policies Balance of power New Zealand Australia Kiribati.

Author(s):
Elliott, James E.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
Descriptive Note:
Study project
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA209514
Pagination:
0032

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
USAWC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.1_Communicate; JCA_8.1.3_Influence Adversary and Competitor Audiences; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_8.2.1_Partner with Governments and Institutions; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_8.1.1_Inform Domestic and Foreign Audiences; JCA_8.2.3_Build the Capabilities and Capacities of Partners and Institutions; JCA_6_Net Centric
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*ECONOMICS, NEW ZEALAND, POLICIES, INTERNATIONAL POLITICS, ECONOMIC IMPACT, MILITARY FORCES(FOREIGN), NAVY, GROWTH(GENERAL), POWER, AUSTRALIA, SOUTHEAST ASIA, NORTHEAST ASIA, BALANCE OF POWER, MICRONESIA, USSR, STEADY STATE
Field(s)/Group(s):
Economics and Cost Analysis
Keyword(s):
KIRIBATI, SPHERES OF INFLUENCE
Report Date:
1988 Oct 03