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040			_aKenya National Library Service
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100			_aTill, Geoffrey
245			_aAsia's naval expansion : _ban arms race in the making? / _cGeoffrey Till.
300			_a251 pages : _billustrations ; _c23 cm
520			_aThe book examines the rapid growth and modernization of naval forces across the Asia-Pacific region. The book explores why countries such as China, India, Japan, South Korea, and others are investing heavily in advanced warships, submarines, and maritime technologies. Till analyzes whether this naval buildup represents a true arms race or a response to changing economic, political, and security needs. He discusses issues such as territorial disputes, protection of sea trade routes, regional power competition, and the increasing strategic importance of the oceans.
650			_aSea-power -- Asia
650			_aNaval arms race -- Asia-Pacific
650			_aMaritime security -- Asia
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