| ID | 119066 |
| Title Proper | Fuzzy limits of self-reliance |
| Other Title Information | US extended deterrence and Australian strategic policy |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Fruhling, Stephan |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As a close US ally, Australia is often seen as a recipient of US extended deterrence. This article argues that in recent decades, Australian strategic policy engaged with US extended deterrence at three different levels: locally, Australia eschews US combat support and deterrence under the policy of self-reliance; regionally, it supports US extended deterrence in Asia; globally, it relies on the US alliance against nuclear threats to Australia. The article argues that in none of these policy areas does the Australian posture conform to a situation of extended deterrence proper. Moreover, when the 2009 White Paper combines all three policies in relation to major power threats against Australia, serious inconsistencies result in Australia's strategic posture-a situation the government should seek to avoid in the White Paper being drafted at the time of writing. |
| `In' analytical Note | Australian Journal of International Affairs Vol. 67, No.1; Feb 2013: p.18-34 |
| Journal Source | Australian Journal of International Affairs Vol. 67, No.1; Feb 2013: p.18-34 |
| Key Words | Australian Defence History ; Australian Defence Policy ; Extended Deterrence |