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169201
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An unprecedented geopolitical landscape, driven by the reduction of Arctic ice and the rise of China as “a Polar power,” is emerging. What does this mean for Canada, and how should Canada respond to it in a systematic and strategic manner? We need a coherent and holistic conceptual framework to answer these key policy questions. Yet, the current literatures do not offer us such a concept. In an attempt to fill the void, this article presents a vision that conceives of Canada as “a peninsula state” exposed to great power politics in its vicinity, involving China as a rising power as well as the United States and Russia as resident powers. Furthermore, it argues that Canada should be prepared for three kinds of strategic dynamics as it enters the game of great power politics: theatre-linkage tactics and wedge-driving tactics vis-à-vis China and Russia, as well as quasi-alliance dilemma with the United States. Moreover, in order for Canada to cope with this complex international environment effectively, this article calls for creating a cabinet-level unit to coordinate various federal bureaucracies’ foreign and security policies.
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146487
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Since the end of the Second World War, the United States has enjoyed twin hegemonies, one in the East Asian littoral and the other in the North America continent. But China is now using assertive measures to undermine US maritime supremacy in East Asia. Beijing is also resorting to espionage and cyber attacks against US domestic targets. In short, the United States and China are engaging in strategic competition encompassing these two theatres. Where does Canada fit in this trans-Pacific political power struggle? What are Canada’s policy options, and which one should Canada choose? The present article answers these important yet under-explored questions. After reviewing the US twin hegemonies being challenged by China, the article assesses Ottawa’s current security policy posture. It then examines four potential policy options for Canada. The article concludes that a more pro-US diplomatic policy is the most viable of the four.
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