Asian Military Evolutions

Civil–Military Relations in Asia

Alan Chong editor Nicole Jenne editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bristol University Press

Published:9th Apr '24

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This book explores civil–military relations in Asia. With chapters on individual countries in the region, it provides a comprehensive account of the range of contemporary Asian practices under conditions of abridged democracy, soft authoritarianism or complete totalitarianism.

Through its analysis, the book argues that civil–military relations in Asia ought to be examined under the concept of ‘Asian military evolutions’. It demonstrates that while Asian militaries have tried to incorporate standard, Western-derived frameworks of civil–military relations, it has been necessary to adapt such frameworks to suit local circumstances. The book reveals how this has in turn led to creative fusions and novel changes in making civil–military relations an asset to furthering national security objectives.

"Provides a comprehensive approach to understanding how military ties with civilian actors fit within a country's overall orientation and outlook." ASEAN Wonk

“Represents an important intervention in the current literature, resulting in range of important empirical and theoretical implications.” Asian Politics & Policy


"Valuable to students, scholars and policy practitioners interested in contemporary civil-military relations across the broad region." Contemporary Southeast Asia

"Should be required reading for all scholars interested in civil–military relations in Southeast, East, and South Asia." Defense & Security Analysis


"Offers a crucial, in-depth exploration of civil-military relations in Asia, revealing complex dynamics often overlooked in traditional studies." Democratization

"A landmark in recent CMR literature, excellent for academics specialising in Asia, political science, or development studies." Journal of Contemporary Asia

ISBN: 9781529229325

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366 pages