The security dilemma in U.S.-China military space relationship : the prospects for arms control
Document Type
Journal article
Source Publication
Asian Survey
Publication Date
3-1-2011
Volume
51
Issue
2
First Page
311
Last Page
332
Publisher
University of California Press * Journals Division
Keywords
space security, security dilemma, U.S.-China relations, space war, arms control
Abstract
The U.S.-China military space relationship has been driven by the security dilemma in international relations. China pursues military space capabilities in part to counter perceived national security threats posed by the U.S. quest for space dominance and missile defense. However, the current strategic adjustment by the Obama administration and the altered situation at the Taiwan Strait have moderated the bilateral security dilemma, offering an opportunity for arms control in outer space.
DOI
10.1525/AS.2011.51.2.311
Print ISSN
00044687
E-ISSN
1533838X
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Language
English
Recommended Citation
Zhang, B. (2011). The security dilemma in the U.S.-China military space relationship: The prospects for arms control. Asian Survey, 51(2), 311-332. doi: 10.1525/AS.2011.51.2.311