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Strategic Autonomy and Economic Power: The Economy as a Strategic Theater

Strategic Autonomy and Economic Power: The Economy as a Strategic Theater

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This book explores the impact of economic power on a state's strategic autonomy, providing a clear operational definition and analyzing the main sources of economic power. It also examines the strategic governance of the national economy to ensure it can work as strategic power. Case studies of China and Germany are provided.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


Strategic autonomy is a crucial prerequisite for states to have a range of strategic options available in their interactions. This book offers a comprehensive operational definition of the concept and delves into the significance of the national economy in enhancing strategic autonomy. It examines the primary sources of economic power, including the size of the economy, its position in trade and technological networks, savings, wealth, and finance, and their profound impact on strategic autonomy. Furthermore, the book addresses the strategic governance of the national economy as a means to ensure that economic power can be effectively harnessed as strategic power, granting a country strategic autonomy.

Two paradigmatic examples, China and Germany, are analyzed in depth to illustrate the theory developed in the book. China, which has undergone a remarkable transformation in just four decades, has emerged as a formidable challenger to the dominant world power. Despite its historical setbacks, including defeat in World War II, Germany has managed to become the dominant power in Europe through its civilian-led approach and strategic decisions.

This book is of immense interest to students of strategic studies, economics, foreign policy, and International Relations. It provides valuable insights into the interplay between economic power and strategic autonomy, shedding light on the strategies employed by countries to achieve their national objectives and influence in the global arena.

Weight: 700g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032164021

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