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OverviewThis book explores the various dimensions of energy security in Asia – which has become an increasingly important geopolitical issue. Reputable international contributors look at the roles played by each of the major energy importers: the United States, China, Japan and India, as well as the main suppliers: the OPEC states, Russia, the Central Asian states and Australia. In each case, the domestic politics of energy security are investigated, and state interests and perspectives on the issue are considered. Analyzing the policy and security aspects of energy security, the book includes an examination of: the geopolitics of energy competition strategic, economic and environmental dimensions the impacts of energy security on human security. With energy security being one of the central issues facing the world today, this book is a timely and impressive appraisal of the major energy security issues facing Asia. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael Wesley (Asia Institute, Griffith University, Australia)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.500kg ISBN: 9780415647489ISBN 10: 0415647487 Pages: 272 Publication Date: 13 September 2012 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1. The Geopolitics of Energy Security 2. The United States and Energy Security in Asia 3. China’s Energy Security 4. Japan’s Energy Security 5. India’s Energy Security 6. OPEC and Asia’s Energy Security 7. Russia and Central Asia and Asia’s Energy Security 8. Australia and Asia’s Energy Security 9. The Strategic Dimensions of Energy Security in Asia 10. The Economic Dimensions of Energy Security in Asia 11. Energy Security and Environmental Security in Asia 12. Energy Security and Human SecurityReviewsAuthor InformationMichael Wesley is the Director of the Griffith Asia Institute at Griffith University. He is the Research Convenor of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, a member of the Editorial Board of the Australian Journal of International Affairs, and a member of the Australian Research Council’s College of Experts. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |