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Technonationalism

Technonationalism, emphasizing self-sufficiency in armaments production for political and economic autonomy, aligns with the idea that technology determines a nation's destiny. Moreover, violence and its threat, essential in conflict resolution globally and domestically, underscore the significance of self-reliance, particularly in controlling key elements like armaments, which can be wielded as instruments of international influence and power. ---- Bitzinger, Richard A. "Defense industries in Asia and the technonationalist impulse." Contemporary security policy 36.3 (2015): 453-472. [ "Asia is witnessing a concerning trend of escalating militarization and heightened insecurity. This trend is characterized by a steady increase in defense expenditures and the rapid modernization of military forces, making the region increasingly prone to potential conflicts. What exacerbates these security concerns is the growing capability of Asian nations to produce their own armaments. The production of arms in Asia is heavily influenced by the concept of techno-nationalism, which emphasizes self-sufficiency in armaments as a means not only to meet national defense needs but also to maximize poli

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