Publications

This brief contends that, with the growth of maritime activity, there is mounting concern that the Arctic is at risk of environmental degradation, illicit activity, economic competition and restricted...chevron_right

This paper talks about US policy toward the East and South China Seas, with a particular focus on its approach toward China. To do this, it examines the state of maritime competition in the region, Ch...chevron_right

Does the US Marine Corps need to restructure itself for the future? Yes, say Frank Hoffman and G P Garrett, but how it’s done will depend on three possible worlds – one overshadowed by an economically and militarily advanced China, one characterized by failed states and economic disorder, or one afflicted by extreme insecurity.chevron_right

This paper examines the threat and risk of cyber-attacks on converged Information and Operational Technology in America, suggesting there is a growing need to secure this infrastructure. The author sa...chevron_right

What's needed to facilitate the ‘rebalancing’ of US interests to the Asia-Pacific region? Having a robust and geographically-distributed military presence is necessary, says Ely Ratner, but so is constructing an open and inclusive regional security order that’s undergirded by accepted rules and institutions.chevron_right

This report examines the shale oil and gas boom in the US and its implications for national security. More specifically it looks at how the US energy boom, a massive growth in Asian energy demand, and...chevron_right

This brief examines major trends shaping security in the Asia-Pacific and how they could affect the choices regional players make regarding the modernization of their militaries. These trends include ...chevron_right

This paper talks about US Navy plans for its aircraft carrier air wings into the 2020s and beyond. It first outlines the Navy’s current plans for improving air wing composition and capability and then...chevron_right

This brief argues that the US needs to develop an ocean mapping system for the waters off its coastlines. Given the increased ‘diversity and volume of offshore activity’ near the coasts, an in-place g...chevron_right

This paper argues that the US Department of Defense (DOD) needs to re-examine the roles and missions of its armed forces, primarily because of a changing threat environment and budget constraints. Wit...chevron_right

This paper argues that the US needs to prepare for a form of warfare that will come to exist in the not too distant future in which unmanned and autonomous systems will play central role. In particula...chevron_right

This brief explores seven major factors or influences that are shaping the economics and geopolitics of the Middle East. They include the nature and extent of US engagement in the region; the transfor...chevron_right

M. Thomas Davis and others warn that the United States cannot rely just on stealth technology to penetrate an enemy’s heavily defended airspace. In their view, air war planners also need to invest more in electronic attack and protection capabilities.chevron_right

This brief addresses concerns about the US ability to maintain its technological advantage in advanced defense manufacturing. In particular, the authors argue that emerging technologies and concepts c...chevron_right

This brief discusses the diverse challenges facing veterans in western United States. The authors look at the specific challenges (mental health care, employment, housing, family support, reintegratio...chevron_right