JOURNAL OF DEFENCE STUDIES

Emerging East Asian Security Architecture

V. P. Dutt is currently Distinguished Fellow at the Institute of Defence Studies and Analysis, New Delhi. He has been Pro-Vice Chancellor, Delhi University, and a two term member of the Rajya Sabha
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  • July 2009
    Volume: 
    3
    Issue: 
    3
    Perspectives

    Security in the traditional sense of the term constitutes only a partial facet of its overarching depiction. A comprehensive concept, a holistic view of security must include social cohesion, emotional integration, well being of the people, inclusive development and not the least any more, collective progress in the world and a more humane, pluralistic, equitable and just international order. It is argued that East Asian security architecture would be more sustainable if the lead nations of the region work collectively towards attainment these objectives. The shadows casted by rising China in the region and the role play of Japan and India in engaging her along with United States, shall define the future contains of East Asian security order in time to come.

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