War and Escalation in South AsiaThis monograph highlights key factors in South Asia imperiling U.S. interests, and suggests how and where the U.S. military might play an expanded, influential role. It suggests seven steps the military might take to better advance and defend U.S. interests in South Asia, the Middle East, and Asia at large. Washington should intensify involvement in South Asia and become more influential with the governments there. Given the area's potential for violence, it should also shape part of the U.S. military to meet potential crises. |
Contents
CHAPTER ONE Introduction | 1 |
CHAPTER TWO US Security Cooperation in South Asia | 9 |
CHAPTER THREE Regional Sources of Conflict | 19 |
CHAPTER FOUR Extraregional Sources of Trouble | 53 |
CHAPTER FIVE Illustrative Pathways to Conflict | 61 |
CHAPTER SIX Impact on US Goals and Objectives | 71 |
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