Anti-U.S. base protests, played out in parliaments and the streets of
host nations, continue to arise in different parts of the world. In a
novel approach, this book examines the impact of anti-base movements
and the important role bilateral alliance relationships play in
shaping movement outcomes. The author explains not only when and how
anti-base movements matter, but also how host governments balance
between domestic and international pressure on base-related issues.
Drawing on interviews with activists, politicians, policy makers and
U.S. base officials in the Philippines, Japan (Okinawa), Ecuador,
Italy and South Korea, the author finds that the security and foreign
policy ideas held by host government elites act as a political
opportunity or barrier for anti-base movements, influencing their
ability to challenge overseas U.S. basing policies.
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ISBN
9781139119641
Publisert
2014
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Cambridge University Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
Digital bok
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