The Dragonian Subsurface Abyss and Submarine Force's Ability to Counter the Rising Threat

In January 2012, President Obama announced America's shift in strategic focus to the Asia-Pacific region. While the administration seeks enhancement of America's relationship with China to secure vital U.S. economic and security interests, the lack of transparency in the build-up of the Chinese submarine force may threaten this goal. Advancements in the numbers and capabilities of China's diesel-electric submarine fleet are enabling development of its area denial capability in the vast litt...