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A2/AD
Anti-Access and the 'Fortress-Fleet'
Why regional powers need not run a naval arms race with the United States.
"Taipei must admit defeat in the arms race..."
Why a strategy of “sea-denial” maybe Taiwan’s best bet as China’s military strengthens.
Boyd and the U.S. Navy’s Return to History
Adapting to A2/AD challenges from the likes of China and Iran means rediscovering old skills and habits.
Is AirSea Battle Obsolete?
China’s development of A2/AD capabilities is much discussed. An AirSeaCyber response may be needed.
America Hedges Bets on China
Whether it’s a pivot or a rebalancing, the U.S. clearly has its eyes on a rising China when making policy.
An Anti-Access History Lesson
The first Gulf War had a significant impact on the thinking of Chinese planners. And their anti-access strategy.
No Surprises on China Military
The Pentagon’s latest report on China’s military had few surprises. But it still had some useful insights.
The Other China Missile Threat
Most talk of China’s missiles focuses on the DF-21D. But the DH-10 cruise missile offers China another option.
America's Pacific Air-Sea Battle Vision
The U.S. must stop taking an “instant pudding” view of military planning. The Air-Sea Battle plan is the best hope to ensure security in the Pacific.
Playing Poker in the Strait
Iran doesn’t need to carry out its threats over the Strait of Hormuz to cause the U.S. and others a headache.
Behind the China Missile Hype
The Diplomat’s Assistant Editor Harry Kazianis sits down with Roger Cliff of the Rand Corporation to discuss China’s much talked about anti-ship missile, the DF-21D.
U.S. Military's A2/AD Challenge
The Pentagon’s Joint Operational Access Concept breathes new life into discussion of Anti-Access/Area Denial.