AirSea Battle

Will the “fiscal cliff” impact the rebalance to Asia? Are aircraft carriers obsolete? Can the U.S. build strong partnerships in the Indo-Pacific?

Deciphering what it is and fitting into a strategy could be a challenge.

A new book argues for a ‘concert of powers’ to enhance stability while conceding to Beijing a ‘sphere of influence’. It would be a mistake.

While a U.S.-China clash would be devastating, Offshore Control is the ‘least bad’ option.

China’s development of A2/AD capabilities is much discussed. An AirSeaCyber response may be needed.

There’s a lot of sensationalism over China’s navy. Regardless, India needs its own AirSea Battle concept.

Washington Correspondent Eddie Walsh talks defense, diplomacy, and trade issues with Australia’s U.S. Ambassador.

Frank talk about U.S. purpose and power is more likely to deter than provoke conflict with China. Admitting Beijing could be an adversary, and preparing accordingly, is the way forward.

AirSea Battle shouldn’t only be about the United States. Working closely with Taiwan could pay dividends and help ensure a stable military balance in the Asia-Pacific.

The Pentagon’s Joint Operational Access Concept breathes new life into discussion of Anti-Access/Area Denial.

The AirSea Battle concept for countering China’s military rise is expensive and unhelpful. And could even spark a nuclear conflict.

Does the AirSea Battle concept risk dangerously escalating any confrontation between China and the US?