Security, Strategy and Military Change in the 21st Century - 9781138729360

Taylor & Francis

Security, Strategy and Military Change in the 21st CenturyCross-Regional Perspectives\nAuthor(s): Jo Inge Bekkevold, Ian Bowers, Michael Raska\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138729360, 978-1138729360\nSynopsis\nThis edited volume explores and analyses strategic thinking, military reform and adaptation in an era of Asian growth, European austerity and US rebalancing. \n\nA significant shift in policy, strategy and military affairs is underway in both Asia and Europe, with the former gaining increasing prominence in the domain of global security. At the same time, the worlds powers are now faced with an array of diverse challenges. The resurgence of great power politics in both Europe and Asia, along with the long term threats of terrorism, piracy and sustained geopolitical instability has placed great strain on militaries and security institutions operating with constrained budgets and wary public support. \n\n.