I propose that we examine and discuss the perceptions that states have of their security concerns. I also suggest that we do so in separate threads so that confusion might be minimized.
On the assumption that the security of a state is among its most vital interests, and based on historical considerations rather than today's headlines, I suggest we begin with several threads separately addressing the following state entities and their respective conceptions of vital security concerns:
1) The Russian Republic
2) Peoples Republic of China
3) India
4) United States
In addition, after we explore these states' security concerns, and their perception of their interests, let's also give attention to the following closely involved states since their security concerns will be impacted by the four above:
5) Pakistan
6) Iran
7) Brazil
We could certainly add others later (Turkey; Venezuela; Mexico; Japan, even Poland, etc.), but for the sake of manageability, I think doing this with the topic on one state at a time will focus attention rather than diffuse it into tangential argument. Of course as one of these other states above impacts, say, Pakistan or the US, etc., mention is understandable, but....
I ask that we concentrate on one at a time, and address their perceptions and their needs, as far as we can, as they see them, not as adversaries or competitors might. Everyone isn't going to see it the same way.
I didn't get to this yesterday, but I will open a thread a little later on Russia and her security concerns and perceptions, and we can go forward.
Let's see how this works first, and someone else might want to open a thread on the next state's security perceptions.