Japan, South Korea, and the United States Nuclear Umbrella
Japan, South Korea, and the United States Nuclear Umbrella
Author
Roehrig, Terence
Terence Roehrig provides a detailed and comprehensive look at the nuclear umbrella in northeast Asia in the broader context of deterrence theory and U.S. strategy. Roehrig argues that the nuclear umbrella is most important as a political signal demonstrating commitment to the defense of allies and as a tool to prevent further nuclear proliferation.