China, Russia and the Balance of Power in Central Asia

Authors

Eugene B. Rumer, Institute for National Strategic Studies, National Defense University

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Description

Since the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) called upon the United States to commit to withdraw its military personnel from Central Asia at its July 2005 summit, the SCO has acquired the reputation as a significant obstacle to U.S. policy. However, this reputation obscures the real state of affairs. Notwithstanding press reports about the challenge posed by the SCO to U.S. policy in Central Asia, a close look at the organization, the behavior of its members, their motivations, and the practical impact of their declarations suggests that the SCO’s challenge to U.S. interests and policies in Central Asia is less than meets the eye.

Document Type

Policy Brief

Publication Date

11-2006

Publication

Strategic Forum

Publisher

National Defense University Press

City

Washington, DC

Recommended Citation

Rumer, Eugene B., "China, Russia and the Balance of Power in Central Asia" (2006). Strategic Forums. 23.
https://digitalcommons.ndu.edu/strategic-forums/23