Explaining Contemporary Asian Military Modernization: The Myth of Asia's Arms Ra

Description: Explaining Contemporary Asian Military Modernization by Sheryn Lee This book proposes a novel theoretical framework of interactive arming, in order to explain armament dynamics in contemporary Asia. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book proposes a novel theoretical framework of "interactive arming" in order to explain armament dynamics in contemporary Asia.Frequently, the modernisation of contemporary naval forces in Asia is described as an "arms race," with the underlying assumption being that weapons acquisitions and increases in defence expenditure are competitive and bilateral and due to conflicting purposes or mutual fears. This book argues that the concept of an arms race is an unsuitable one for explaining contemporary military modernisation in 21st-century Asia. Instead, it proposes a novel and innovative concept of "interactive arming" and argues that what drives conflict is political rivalry, not weapons acquisitions. Instead of perceiving arming as abnormal behaviour, the book views arming as a natural strategic behaviour of states and military modernisation as a basic requirement for a states ability to survive. This book will be of much interest to students of Asian security, strategic studies and international relations in general. Author Biography Sheryn Lee is Lecturer in the Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University, Australia. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. The "Arms Race" Fallacy 3. Arming in Asia 4. Complex Decision-making 5. The Geostrategic Environment 6. Complementary Behaviour 7. Political Rivalry 8. Conclusion Details ISBN0367506831 Author Sheryn Lee Pages 188 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Asian Security Studies Year 2023 ISBN-10 0367506831 ISBN-13 9780367506834 Publication Date 2023-01-09 UK Release Date 2023-01-09 Format Paperback Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 8 Tables, black and white; 17 Line drawings, black and white; 4 Halftones, black and white; 21 Illustrations, black and white AU Release Date 2023-01-09 NZ Release Date 2023-01-09 Subtitle The Myth of Asias Arms Race Alternative 9780367506780 DEWEY 355.03355 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139622635;

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