The Role of the U.S. Army in Asia

: In January 2012, the Obama administration announced a rebalance to the Asia-Pacific region. Changes in land power objectives and requirements mean that the U.S. Army will face different demand signals in the coming years, which in turn will affect how it needs to posture itself for success. U.S. national security objectives, a changing security environment, and evolving regional interests and expectations will influence the Army s role and impact. This study is meant to help the Army think about its future role in the Asia-Pacific region.