Military Alliances and Their Role in the 21st Century: Examining Bilateral and Multilateral Realtionships

Throughout history, military alliances have proved pivotal in shaping international politics and determining the outcome of conflicts. The complexities behind alliances in the 20th and 21st centuries have brought a new dynamic to international conflict resolution. With the resurgence of China and Russia as contenders on the world stage, the focus for organizations such as NATO have shifted from counterterroism to preparing to fight a near peer adversary. This research examines the dynamics behind the United States\u27 international military partnerships, and the differences in how the United States utilizes alliances to deter China and Russia.https://ecommons.udayton.edu/stander_posters/2915/thumbnail.jp