-This book examines the nature and consequences of sea power culture and identity through a collective analysis of the five sea power great power.
At a time when many are talking about possible China-U.S. naval conflict as part of their strategic rivalry, this path-breaking volume offers an alternative approach.
It is a great honour to be here today to open the royal Australian Navy sea power conference, the international maritime conference, and the pacific 2008 maritime expotition.