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Perspectives on the Japan maritime self defense force

Perspectives on the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), delves into the evolution and current status of Japan's maritime defense strategy in the context of regional security dynamics. The work, authored by Admiral Sir Anthony Synnot, spans several critical areas: the historical development of the JMSDF, its relationship with the Japan-US alliance, and the strategic shifts observed since the end of the Cold War. The study highlights the JMSDF's role prior to 1990, during the transformative 1990s, and into the 21st century, underscoring its adaptation to contemporary security challenges, particularly the rise of China as a formidable naval power. Furthermore, the document contrasts US and Asian perspectives on this rise, exploring the implications for military capabilities and strategic thought, particularly regarding China's concepts of island chains. Ultimately, this analysis provides insights into Japan's strategic pivot from north to west, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the JMSDF in maintaining maritime security and regional stability in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.

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355.3 KOD P
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39 p. : il. , 20 cm
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English
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978-0-642-29764-8
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355.3
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