Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "The Role of Deterrence in Australian Strategic Thought: Implications for ANZUS" by Dr. Chris Rahman & Dr. Prakash Gopal Read: https://ow.ly/wVeU50U66WG Full Journal: https://ow.ly/yrp550U66Wu This article scrutinizes the expanding role of deterrence in Australian strategic thought and defense policy, particularly since 2009. It explores how Australia has transitioned from a focus on territorial defense to adopting deterrence by denial as a central element of its national defense strategy. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

If you've ever played a war strategy game and pressed pause to give yourself a force generation advantage over the AI enemy, or rushed an offensive on the enemy's air bases to deny their airpower, this study by the The Stimson Center is for you. If you haven't, it's nevertheless an important read in highlighting the contemporary vulnerability of fixed air bases and 'delicate' air assets, while also illustrating the importance of austere operational capabilities in runway-denied environments. 'Cratering Effects: Chinese Missile Threats to US Air Bases in the Indo-Pacific' examines how missile attacks on US air bases in Japan and the Pacific could prevent US fighter operations for up to 12 days in Japan, and two days in Guam initially, but the disruption could last much longer by targeting aerial refueling operations. Missile attacks could close runways for over a month in Japan and over half a week in other Pacific bases, severely limiting US aircraft range and effectiveness. This would force allied bombers to operate from more distant bases, reducing sortie rates and response times. Addressing this threat is critical for the United States Air Force and allies to maintain operational effectiveness in a conflict. From an Australian and regional perspective, the study can be viewed in context with the Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs' paper (https://lnkd.in/g3upjuhc) dual grand strategies that the government is developing in balance-of-power and regional engagement. The BOP strategy, in particular, with its agile but high-end multirole force structure is designed to permit austere, remote, and deployed operations - bolstered with emerging technologies. The Stimson Center study can also be read online at: https://lnkd.in/gvRQ589d, by authors Kelly Grieco, Hunter S., and Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan M. Walker #airpower #strategy #airforce #aerospace #airforce

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "The Role of Deterrence in Australian Strategic Thought: Implications for ANZUS" by Dr. Chris Rahman & Dr. Prakash Gopal Read: https://ow.ly/wVeU50U66WG Full Journal: https://ow.ly/yrp550U66Wu This article scrutinizes the expanding role of deterrence in Australian strategic thought and defense policy, particularly since 2009. It explores how Australia has transitioned from a focus on territorial defense to adopting deterrence by denial as a central element of its national defense strategy. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "The Role of Deterrence in Australian Strategic Thought: Implications for ANZUS" by Dr. Chris Rahman & Dr. Prakash Gopal Read: https://ow.ly/wVeU50U66WG Full Journal: https://ow.ly/yrp550U66Wu This article scrutinizes the expanding role of deterrence in Australian strategic thought and defense policy, particularly since 2009. It explores how Australia has transitioned from a focus on territorial defense to adopting deterrence by denial as a central element of its national defense strategy. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

🌟 A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Incredible Interns 🌟 As the year draws to a close, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our three remarkable interns, Sandhu Aladuwaka, MPA, Tanya Vatsa, and Krew Williams, for their outstanding work on the Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs. Your dedication, hard work, and fresh perspectives have been invaluable to our team. You have each brought unique strengths and skills, enriching our editorial process and helping us achieve new heights of excellence. Thank you for your exceptional contributions and for being an integral part of our journey. We are excited to see the great things you will accomplish in the future! #IndoPacific #interns #flyingthenest #publishing #newadventures Air University Press

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "The Role of Deterrence in Australian Strategic Thought: Implications for ANZUS" by Dr. Chris Rahman & Dr. Prakash Gopal Read: https://ow.ly/wVeU50U66WG Full Journal: https://ow.ly/yrp550U66Wu This article scrutinizes the expanding role of deterrence in Australian strategic thought and defense policy, particularly since 2009. It explores how Australia has transitioned from a focus on territorial defense to adopting deterrence by denial as a central element of its national defense strategy. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

The latest Journal of the Indo-Pacific (JIPA) issue is here! Explore articles on economic security, New Zealand’s Grand Strategy, foreign policy, and more! Read online: https://ow.ly/OphG50Uk6aJ #JIPA #MilitaryIntelligence #GlobalSecurity #DefenseStrategy #InnovationInDefense #AUP

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "Between Scylla and Charybdis: Hedging and Australia’s Foreign Policy Amid Intensifying US-China Rivalry" by Dr. Alexander Korolev Read: https://ow.ly/rysM50U64AV Full Journal: https://ow.ly/G0oy50U64AR As US–China tensions escalate, Canberra faces difficult choices between the two great powers. This article argues that for a middle power, unequivocally siding with one great power against another is a risky geopolitical move that could further intensify great-power rivalry. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Volume 7 Number 6, September-October 2024: "Between Scylla and Charybdis: Hedging and Australia’s Foreign Policy Amid Intensifying US-China Rivalry" by Dr. Alexander Korolev Read: https://ow.ly/rysM50U64AV Full Journal: https://ow.ly/G0oy50U64AR As US–China tensions escalate, Canberra faces difficult choices between the two great powers. This article argues that for a middle power, unequivocally siding with one great power against another is a risky geopolitical move that could further intensify great-power rivalry. #IndoPacific #JIPA #AUPress #AirUniversity #greatpowercompetition #deterrence #defense #Austrailia #NationalSecurity #Security #USPolicy #China #USMilitary #Policy

The latest Journal of the Indo-Pacific (JIPA) issue is here! Explore articles on economic security, New Zealand’s Grand Strategy, foreign policy, and more! Read online: https://ow.ly/OphG50Uk6aJ #JIPA #MilitaryIntelligence #GlobalSecurity #DefenseStrategy #InnovationInDefense #AUP