EPISODE · Sep 8, 2026 · 22 MIN
Mind the Gap: Asymmetric Maritime Warfare in Southeast Asian Chokepoints
from Insider: Short of War · host Irregular Warfare Initiative
In this episode, we unpack the strategic potential of asymmetric maritime warfare across Southeast Asia's maritime chokepoints. Analyzing lessons from recent low-cost drone operations and sea-line interdictions, this deep dive explores how uncrewed surface vehicles, partner network integration, and tailored operational pathways can disrupt supply lines and impose disproportionate costs on major adversaries in a protracted Pacific conflict.
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This episode examines how the U.S. and regional partners can utilize low-cost, asymmetric maritime warfare in Southeast Asian chokepoints to disrupt adversary supply lines. It evaluates partner-led, U.S.-led, and militia-based execution pathways designed to impose high financial and operational costs during a protracted conflict.
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