Publications

This publication addresses Japan's involvement in the global fight against terrorism and the war in Iraq. The authors argue that these involvements represent a stark departure from the Yoshida Doctrin...chevron_right

This report discusses US options vis-à-vis Iran. It draws on evaluations and strategies outlined by several experts on foreign policy and national security and specialists on Iran. It argues for a “ga...chevron_right

This paper examines the problem of old and rapidly aging supplies of oil, contrasted with young and rapidly growing demand. The author argues that the world faces an energy challenge more dire than at...chevron_right

This policy brief outlines three key judgments as the basis for game-changing diplomacy with regard to Iran. According to the authors, three key enablers will be critical: developing and maintaining ...chevron_right

This report outlines the strategies open to the next president of the US for global leadership. It examines several key areas of foreign policy and discusses the best means of pursuing national intere...chevron_right

This paper discusses the US overseas military base realignment process begun in the first term of the Bush administration. The author argues that while this realignment rests on generally sound concep...chevron_right

This report argues that US subordination of its relations with Asia to other foreign policy goals means the US will incur ever greater costs as Asia continues to develop. The authors argue that curren...chevron_right

This publication brings together a selection of papers that advocate the necessity of a grand strategy for US defense and foreign policy. The papers differ in what they perceive as the best strategy b...chevron_right

This paper argues that US leaders must broaden their strategic aperture and recognize the value in renewing their commitment to sustaining the pillars of the international system. By this the authors ...chevron_right

This report argues that a new US energy security strategy is needed which will cut US dependence on oil and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The authors give an overview of the nature of the energy ch...chevron_right

This report analyzes two critical transactions that will take place for the US regarding the war in Iraq in 2008 and early 2009. The first is a revision of military strategy, following the troop surge...chevron_right

This paper contains testimony given to the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee in May 2008 by Dr. Kurt Campbell discussing the strategic challenges confronting the US in the Asia-Pacific region.chevron_right

This paper contains questions drafted by CNAS for US Generals David Petraeus and Raymond Odierno’s May 2008 hearing before US Congress. The authors pose questions regarding military operations in Iraq...chevron_right

This article discusses the potential impact of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan on officer retention in the US Army. The author argues that the stress on officer retention is a by-product of accession...chevron_right

This paper examines the global security capacity deficit of the inability of states to govern and police themselves and their regions. It argues that in such cases, the US should adopt a more behind-t...chevron_right