The American “Pivot” to Asia. Military and Political Challenges and Implications for the US and Pacific-Asia

Trabajo , 2015 , 37 Páginas , Calificación: 1,3

Política - Sistemas políticos en general y en comparación

This paper aims to approach the subject of reorientation of the US foreign policy regarding the Pacific region. Priority will be set on military and alliance policy factors of main parties involved, first and foremost the USA.

Moreover the issues of the strategy of reorientation in itself and problems that are involved will be addressed. In addition the following will be discussed: characteristics and implementation options and the question of relevance as to how this reorientation towards Asia means neglecting other regions like the Near East, and how the U.S. are to bring their global claim of validity in conformity with it.

Tthe US have a strong presence of seaborne, airborne and ground-based facilities; numerous military materials, as well as personnel, are stationed in the state of Hawaii, Alaska and Guam. This includes troop concentrations in allied countries such as South Korea and Japan but also a rotating stationing of troops in some other partner countries within Pacific-Asia such as the Philippines and Australia. For some time past the USA have been turning towards the region of Southeast Asia and they are beginning to expand their political, economical and military engagement in this region of the world. There are diverse reasons for this such as an opening of new rising markets and the development of political and economical relations to significant emerging countries, and perhaps future industrialized countries of the 21st century. Another reason is China’s ascent as an important player regarding international relations which are significant to the US as well as to future relations of both countries.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• The Importance of Asia-Pacific in the Global order of International Relations
• The 21st century - a Pacific or Asian Century?
• The American "Pivot" Strategy in a risky and complex Environment.
• The Rise of China and the Fear of Chinese Nationalism in the Region - Counterbalance or Integration?
• Conclusion and Outlook - Future of the Pivot

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper examines the American "Pivot" to Asia, focusing on the military and alliance policy factors of key players, primarily the USA. It investigates the strategy's characteristics, implementation options, and relevance in the context of a shifting global order.

• The strategic importance of the Asia-Pacific region in global politics
• The rise of Asia as a major economic and political power
• The US "Pivot" strategy and its implications for the region
• The role of China in the region and the potential for conflict
• The future of the US "Pivot" and its impact on global relations

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• The Importance of Asia-Pacific in the Global order of International Relations

  This chapter highlights the strategic significance of the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing its crucial role in global trade, mineral resources, and growing national economies. It underscores the importance of the region's strategic waterways, particularly the Strait of Malacca, and the substantial oil reserves in the South China Sea. The chapter also notes the region's large population, dominated by China and India, and the increasing dependence of major powers like Japan and China on the Indian Ocean for oil imports.

• The 21st century - a Pacific or Asian Century?

  This chapter discusses the possibility of a "Pacific or Asian Century," driven by Asia's robust economic performance and the shift in global power from West to East. It explores the potential for Asian nations to assume global leadership in various areas, including international diplomacy, military strength, technology, and soft power. The chapter examines the growing military spending in Asian countries, particularly in contrast to Western nations' budget cuts in response to the 2008 financial crisis.

• The American "Pivot" Strategy in a risky and complex Environment.

  This chapter delves into the American "Pivot" strategy towards Asia, exploring its objectives and challenges in a complex and risky environment. It examines the US's long-standing presence in the region and its growing engagement in Southeast Asia. The chapter analyzes the US's strategic concerns about China's rise and its efforts to counterbalance Chinese influence while promoting regional stability.

• The Rise of China and the Fear of Chinese Nationalism in the Region - Counterbalance or Integration?

  This chapter focuses on the rise of China and its implications for the Asia-Pacific region. It explores the concerns about Chinese nationalism and its potential to disrupt regional stability. The chapter discusses the US's strategy of balancing Chinese power while seeking to integrate China into the existing regional order.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This paper examines the US "Pivot" to Asia, focusing on key topics like the Asia-Pacific region's strategic importance, the rise of Asian economies, the American strategy of counterbalancing Chinese influence, and the potential for regional conflict.

• Universidad: Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (Institut für Politische Wissenschaft)
• Curso: Mastercourse: American Conflict and Crisis Management in the 21st Century
• Calificación: 1,3
• Autor: Christian Rucker (Autor)
• Año de publicación: 2015
• Páginas: 37
• No. de catálogo: V320927
• ISBN (Ebook): 9783668205857
• ISBN (Libro): 9783668205864
• Idioma: Inglés
• Etiqueta: american, pivot”, asia, military, political, challenges, implications, pacific-asia