>>213470175
Yur logic assumes that international agreements between major powers are meaningless, especially in moments of strategic transition. But even in a new Cold War, credibility matters.
If the U.S. makes a formal agreement not to station troops in the northern provinces and then violates it, it wouldn't just provoke China, it would signal to the entire world that U.S. diplomatic commitments cannot be trusted. This would damage Washington's credibility not only with China and Russia, but also with allies in Europe and Asia who depend on America's word.
Unlike during a hot war, maintaining trust and restraint in a Cold War context is what prevents escalation in the first place. Besides, the strategic value of placing American troops in former North Korean territory is not necessarily worth the diplomatic cost.
, , and in the unified Korea will take precedence over militarization.
>>213470233
i like pepe whats the problem?
