| ID | 114607 |
| Title Proper | Emergence of naval power in ths straits of Malacca |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Tan, Andrew T H |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The emergence of naval power amongst the littoral states of the Straits
of Malacca has provided them with increasingly capable and self-reliant
naval capabilities. This naval build-up can be attributed to the growing
importance of vital sea-lines of communication due to the increased
reliance on seaborne trade and other reasons, such as the perceived need
to achieve a balance of power amongst states in the region. These
enhanced naval capabilities have the added bene?t of improving homeland security and maritime estate management, and helping to develop
security alliance relationships. Furthermore, the ability of the littoral
states to secure the Straits of Malacca has minimised the role of US and
other extra-regional navies, giving the states involved greater ?exibility
in an era of growing strategic rivalry between the US and China. |
| `In' analytical Note | Defence Studies Vol. 12, No.1; Mar 2012: p.106-135 |
| Journal Source | Defence Studies Vol. 12, No.1; Mar 2012: p.106-135 |
| Key Words | Naval Power ; Malacca ; Naval Capabilities ; United States ; China |