Globalization and Naval Strategy

Globalization has reshaped maritime strategy, particularly in the Indo-Pacific, where regional trade patterns and economic interdependence challenge traditional sea control. Modern shipping complexity complicates distant blockades, shifting naval competition toward littoral operations. The bifurcation of global maritime infrastructure and state-backed economic tools may partially reverse globalization, altering naval power dynamics. China, now a dominant maritime power, contrasts with the US, which increasingly relies on denial strategies rather than global sea control. This shift compels the US to adopt asymmetric tactics and economic warfare, highlighting the growing integration of military and economic strategies in future naval conflicts.