Experiment Guam in the Age of Missile Defence

Kuper, Kenneth Gofigan (2025). "Experiment Guam in the Age of Missile Defence". New Zealand: Pacific Dynamics. doi:10.26021/16138.

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Abstract: This article argues that Guam serves as a critical testing ground for emerging US military technologies and strategic doctrines, with particular attention to the Enhanced Integrated Air and Missile Defense System (EIAMDS). By examining recent missile defence tests and ongoing military projects, I highlight how Guam’s strategic significance, colonial status, and geographic isolation can exacerbate the island’s vulnerability rather than ensuring its security. Ultimately, I argue that Guam emerges not merely as an isolated military testbed but as a microcosm reflecting broader geopolitical tensions, offering crucial insights into the future trajectory of US-China competition and global security dynamics.

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