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Friday Flashpoints – Our Weekend Reading List
The Diplomat’s Editor selects the top five defense and foreign policy articles for your weekend reading pleasure.
The State of U.S.-China Competition
“The mainland can concentrate all of its military might against a fraction of U.S. strength…in its own geographic environs”
North Korea and the Fallacy of Accidental Wars
Few wars happen by accident. Given the situation on the Korean Peninsula, a war seems unlikely, as none of the combatants stand to benefit.
North Korea Cramping China’s Anti-Access Style
N. Korea’s threats will have a long term impact on E. Asia’s military balance for years — maybe at China’s expense.
The Geopolitics of Missile Defense
Many nations already have, or are acquiring, short- and medium-range missiles. The United States is leading the efforts to negate such threats.
Ring Ban Ki-moon to Help Solve Senkaku Spat
While N. Korea dominates headlines, the Senkaku islands still loom over East Asia. Could Ban Ki-moon help?
The Bill for the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars: $4 to $6 Trillion
“The Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, taken together, will be the most expensive wars in U.S. history.”
China, RIMPAC and Containment
It appears China has accepted an invitation to participate in RIMPAC. Will the PLAN’s role help enhance ties?
The Chinese Navy Has a Problem
“The PRC draws its most important resources from across an ocean that it cannot control…”
America's AirSea Battle, Arctic Style
James Holmes on why the Coast Guard and Air Force might become the military’s “odd couple” in defending America’s Arctic front.
Why Have Surface Fleets Endured?
“As Clausewitz counsels, there’s no escaping the guesswork quotient in military affairs.”
Aircraft Carriers: R.I.P?
The Diplomat’s Robert Farley brings us the latest on this popular debate.