| Description |
xxiii, 174 pages : maps ; 22 cm |
| Contents |
1. Introduction: Diversity but Common Interests -- 2. Pacific in Nature as well as Name? -- 3. Beyond 'Whose Sail...on the Horizon': Island State Security Perspectives -- 4. Decolonisation, Indigenous Rights and Internal Conflicts -- 5. Environmental, Resources and Nuclear Issues -- 6. External Actors: The Trend to Diversification -- 7. The Limits on Power: Australia and New Zealand and the Region -- 8. Intervention Contingencies: A Gap between Ends and Means? -- 9. Conclusion: An Uncertain Future |
| Summary |
In this book a leading specialist examines trends and issues in the region over the last decade, and the uncertain prospects of the island states over the next. He emphasises political and military matters, including the role of external powers, but also considers environmental, economic and resources issues |
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In the volatile post Cold War era, the small, vulnerable states of the Pacific Islands region face major security and sovereignty challenges. Environmentally, the very existence of some of the island states is threatened by rising sea levels as a result of global warming. Economically, they mostly face continued dependence and increased poverty. Politically, they face challenges from secessionist and other internal conflicts. Strategically, while no longer 'sheltered' by the 'strategic denial' umbrella of the Cold War era, they are increasingly open to ripple effects from developments in Asia and the wider world. Meanwhile the interest and involvement of several aid donors have diminished |
| Analysis |
Decolonisation |
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Environmental impact |
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Federal issue |
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International aid |
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Nuclear weapons tests |
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Pacific Islands |
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Regional security |
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South Pacific Forum |
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Sovereignty |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
National security -- Oceania.
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Sovereignty.
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| SUBJECT |
Oceania. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85093910
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| LC no. |
95014906 |
| ISBN |
0312125135 (cloth) |
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0333633113 |
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