| A Transatlantic Bargain for the 21st Century: The United States, Europe, and the Transatlantic Alliance Contributor(s): Hallams, Ellen (Author), Institute, Strategic Studies (Author), College, U. S. Army War (Author) |
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ISBN: 130486622X ISBN-13: 9781304866226 Publisher: Lulu.com OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Military Science - Education |
| Dewey: 355.031 |
| Physical Information: 0.19" H x 8.5" W x 11" (0.53 lbs) 94 pages |
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| Publisher Description: In the 21st century, the transatlantic bargain that has framed the relationship between the United Statates and its NATO allies is under more scrutiny than ever before. In a changed geopolitical environment, one characterized by the complexity of modern military operations, the growing power of China, and a climate of economic austerity in the West, a consensus has emerged on both sides of the Atlantic as to the need for a revised bargain to accommodate the changing dynamics of global politics. Washington is becoming less and less willing to tolerate what it sees as fundamental gaps within the Alliance-in defense spending, capabilities, and military transformation-and is sending clear signals to its European allies, as well as NATO partners, that they must take on a greater share of Alliance burdens, accelerate efforts to generate capabilities and resources, and move away from a deeply-entrenched culture of dependency. European allies are learning they must approach transatlantic relations... |