Renegotiating Asia's Regional Security Order: The Role of the United States

Abstract

Undoubtedly, Asia holds a central position in a shifting global geopolitical climate. However, the region remains plagued by historical grievances, territorial disputes and nuclear proliferation, and is confronted with non-traditional security challenges such as climate change, energy security and natural disasters. Yet over the years, the region has witnessed the rise of China and India, achieved substantial economic progress, and sought to forge a more coherent sense of regional identity. It has developed to become arguably the most dynamic region in the world, with the Asian security order currently undergoing processes of renegotiation to better reflect changing regional and global realities. Show more