Arms Race in Southeast Asia: Vietnam and Thailand

<p>Engines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Comprehensive military capabilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Command, control, communication, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General increase in weapons acquisition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cybersecurity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Is there an arms race occurring? (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>China (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sweden (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>14% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Republic of Korea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ukraine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Italy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Constitutional monarchy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vietnam (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess the size and performance of weapon systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It experienced a military coup in 2014 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vietnam is not part of any military alliance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both Vietnam and Thailand (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is not comparable to other financial values of armament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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The increase in spending by Southeast Asian countries on military technology, particularly noticeable in Vietnam and Thailand.

A situation where countries compete with each other to have the most powerful military forces. It can lead to instability and tension.

The amount of money a country spends on its military. It can reveal a country's military priorities and power.

The branch of the military responsible for fighting on the sea.

The branch of the military responsible for fighting in the air.

Air defense systems, such as missiles and radars, are the most significant category of weapons imported by Vietnam in the period 2004-2023, comprising 41% of total imports.

Aircraft, which include fighter jets, bombers, and transport planes, represent the second largest category of weapons imported by Vietnam, accounting for 16% of total imports.

Thailand's primary weapon import category is armored vehicles, encompassing tanks, armored personnel carriers, and other heavily protected vehicles. These vehicles represent 32% of their total imports.

Thailand's second most imported weapon type is aircraft, contributing 20% to their total imports. This category likely includes fighter jets and transport aircraft.

Thailand's third largest weapon category is artillery, representing 15% of their total weapons imports. This category includes various weapons that fire projectiles, like cannons and howitzers.

A tool used by SIPRI (Stockholm International Peace Research Institute) to compare the military capabilities of different countries. It considers factors like weapon size, performance, electronics, age, and whether they are new or used.

A country that does not participate in military alliances, does not host foreign military bases, and does not engage in armed conflicts.

A country with a military force that is under the direct control of the government, rather than being independent from civilian authority.

A country with a political system where the ruler is a monarch (like a king or queen) and the power is inherited.

A country with a political system where the government is based on socialist principles, meaning that the means of production are owned and controlled by the state.

A country that has a strong military alliance with the United States, meaning they cooperate in defense matters.

Several changes in government leadership through military coups, where the military takes over power by force.

The majority of Vietnam's acquisitions (81%) between 2004 and 2023 came from 8 specific countries: Belarus, Czech Republic, Israel, Netherlands, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom, and United States.

China and France were the primary acquirers of Thai assets between 2004 and 2023, holding a combined 26% of the market share.

In Vietnam, the Netherlands and the United States were the most significant acquisitions from specific countries between 2004 and 2023.

The largest acquirer of Thai assets between 2004 and 2023 was China, holding a significant market share of 14%.

Israel stands out as a notable acquisition source for both Vietnam and Thailand, contributing a modest but consistent presence in both markets.

Overall, Vietnam and Thailand exhibit distinct acquisition patterns, with Vietnam dominated by a diverse mix of countries and Thailand primarily focused on China and France.

The 'Others' category represents a collection of smaller acquisition groups that contribute a significant share of acquisitions in both Vietnam and Thailand.

The 'Others' category of acquisition sources in Vietnam is comparatively larger than that in Thailand, indicating a wider array of smaller acquirers.