Near-Term Challenges Posed by China or Russia

INTELLECTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE PRACTICE OF WAR
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1 Introduction
Warfare Studies is a broad and interdisciplinary field of study that encompasses a range of topics related to war and conflict. It involves the study of the causes, conduct, and consequences of war, as well as the strategies, tactics, and technologies employed by military forces. Warfare Studies also explore the broader political, social, and economic factors that shape military conflicts and the impact of war on society and individuals. Warfare Studies have become increasingly important in recent years due to several geopolitical and technological developments. The rise of new powers such as China and Russia, the changing nature of conflict, and the proliferation of new technologies such as cyber weapons and unmanned drones have created new challenges and opportunities for military forces worldwide (Cozad Mark et al. 2020, 1). Understanding Warfare Studies is crucial for military leaders, policymakers, and the broader public to navigate these challenges effectively.[Cozad Mark et al., “People’s Liberation Army Operational Concepts,” RAND Corporation, 2020, /international/capp/pubs/pubs2020.html.]
2 Discussion and Analysis
2.1 Brief Overview
The prompt asks to consider the near-term challenges posed by China or Russia and build a thesis about what strategy elements remain most crucial today. The prompt requires leveraging resources from the Warfare Studies course and using historical examples where possible. To address the prompt, it is essential to understand the models of the strategy presented in Warfare Studies (Cozad Mark et al. 2020, 1). The three models of the strategy presented in Warfare Studies are the Rational Model, the Bureaucratic Model, and the Organizational Process Model. Each Model has its strengths and weaknesses, but they all seek to provide a framework for decision-making that can optimize resource allocation and achieve strategic objectives. The prompt also requires consideration of the nature and character of war. According to the Warfare Studies course, the nature of war is characterized by the factors that shape conflicts, while the character of war is shaped by the tactics and technologies used to fight wars. Understanding the nature and character of war is critical in developing effective military strategies and tactics.[Ibid.]
The course readings emphasize the theory fundamentals of Clausewitz, who believed that war was an extension of politics and that its objective was to achieve a political aim ( Beyerchen 1992, 62). He also argued that war is a continuation of policy by other means and that success in war requires a clear understanding of the political objectives being pursued. Another important consideration for the prompt is the concept of war termination. War termination refers to ending war and establishing conditions for peace. The prompt requires consideration of war termination as an essential element of strategy. The Gulf War is another example of the importance of military theory and strategy( Beyerchen 1992, 59). The war was fought between the forces of Iraq, led by Saddam Hussein, and a coalition of forces led by the United States. The conflict was...