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Analisis Deterensi Asimetris pada Pengembangan Anti-Satellite (ASAT) oleh Tiongkok Terhadap Dominasi Amerika Serikat (AS) Widnyana, I Gede Wahyu; Resen, Putu Titah Kawitri Resen; Sushanti, Sukma
DIKSHI (DISKUSI ILMIAH KOMUNITAS HUBUNGAN INTERNASIONAL) Vol 1 No 1 (2020): Hubungan Internasional Vol1, No1, th 2020
Publisher : Program Studi Hubungan Internasional FISIP Universitas Udayana

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ABSTRACT This research aims to describe and prove whether Anti-Satellite (ASAT) technology has developed by China is deterrence to US in term of Space Race issue or not. In 2007, China officially announced their succession on ASAT development test. The phenomena suddenly became a hot issue among countries, due to the hiatus of ASAT power for at least 20 years from world dispute. The rising of China’s ASAT is interesting to be discussed, because the US as dominant authority of outer space perceived the China’s ASAT as a threat. The emergent issue between China and the US is related to International Relation Studies, especially deterrence concept. The researcher uses asymmetrical deterrence theory proposed by Frank C. Zagare, on aiming to prove deterrence committed by China through ASAT development. According to the result of synthetic analysis, the researcher found the answer that China’s ASAT development is a form of deterrence. Keywords: China, the US, deterrence, ASAT
Navigating the Pacific: Solomon Islands Attempt to Gain Influence in the Middle of China-US Rivalry Budi Wibawa, Priagung Arif; Heatubun, Rivelda P.; Widnyana, I Gede Wahyu; Mahendra, Yusril Ihza
Global South Review Vol 6, No 1 (2024): Global South Review
Publisher : Institute of International Studies

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The Pacific Islands Region is in the spotlight due to rising tensions between China and the U.S. This situation has escalated with China offering security pacts to Pacific Islands states in 2022. Despite most Pacific states rejecting the offer, the Solomon Islands, as the only country to accept it, caused concern for the U.S. and its allies. Considering that the Solomon Islands lack the traditional power to support their decision to align with China against the U.S. and its allies, it is an intriguing issue to delve into. This research aims to analyze the phenomenon by using qualitative-descriptive methods and the concept of Small States. This will give us a new way to understand how small states in the Pacific Ocean maneuver amidst the US-China rivalry by analyzing strategic indicators they can utilize rather than solely focusing on domestic circumstances to comprehend their decisions. We found that the Solomon Islands' ability to take such a risk stems from two sources of power: particular-intrinsic and derivative power. Intrinsically, the Solomon Islands hold geopolitical importance, being strategically crucial for both China's Belt and Road initiative and the U.S.'s attempt to retain its regional influence. Derivatively, the Solomon Islands' sole position to accept the security pact is highly valued by China. This will lead to a mutually beneficial relationship among them, and the Solomon Islands can benefit in security and economic terms. This research sheds light on how a small state navigates its interest in the epicenter of rivalry between two great powers.Keywords: China-US rivalry; Pacific Islands Region; small states; Solomon Islands
INDONESIA-FRANCE DEFENCE COOPERATION: STRENGTHENING NAVAL POWER WITH SCORPENE SUBMARINE AMID REGIONAL DYNAMICS Ardiansyah, Ruben Firman; Widnyana, I Gede Wahyu; Rofii, Muhammad Syaroni
Global: Jurnal Politik Internasional Vol. 26, No. 2
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This study examines Indonesia’s submarine procurement cooperation with France, analysing whether it provides the appropriate amount of power to ensure Indonesia’s survival amid the great power rivalry in the Indo-Pacific region. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the research applies the framework of defensive realism to examine the power to survive. The findings suggest that Indonesia’s choice of the Scorpene-class submarine aligns with its primary security objective. The advanced lithium-ion technology in these submarines offers superior operational endurance and stealth capabilities compared to the conventional submarine technology provided by South Korea and Turkey. The Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement with France allows Indonesia to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers by building submarines domestically through PT PAL. Furthermore, Indonesia’s submarine possession and future procurement plans are unlikely to disrupt the current distribution of power in the region significantly. By adopting a strategy focused on survival rather than aggression or dominance, Indonesia ensures its sovereignty is protected while avoiding escalating regional conflicts