Publications

This publication argues that the political, legal, and ethical questions raised by the development and use of lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) are urgent and of great importance for the shaping...chevron_right

This paper contends that Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) have adopted a comprehensive policy for controlling and regulating the religious realm in Turkey. ...chevron_right

In 2004, Australia, India, Japan, and the US worked together to respond to the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami. In 2007, these four countries formed the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue – the Quad – s...chevron_right

This report explores the security concerns associated with the convergence of biotechnology with new developments in three emerging technologies: additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI) a...chevron_right

This publication contends that the Kremlin’s increasingly assertive foreign policy is a mere extension of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s worldview. Further, this worldview is rooted in more than t...chevron_right

This publication analyzes the widening spectrum of stakeholders in the space environment and the implications of this for space security. More specifically, the text’s author looks at 1) the current s...chevron_right

This publication offers practical advice and guidance on the implementation of safe and secure ammunition management practices in conflict-affected and low-capacity environments. More specifically, it...chevron_right

This paper presents preliminary findings on the role of weapon and ammunition management (WAM) in stabilization and security transition settings. More specifically, it highlights observations from a s...chevron_right

After the 1998 bombing of the US embassies in Dar es Salaam and Nairobi, and the increasing presence of al-Shabaab in nearby countries, Tanzania turned to community policing as a way of responding to ...chevron_right

This publication provides a firsthand account of the negotiations that led to the 2016 peace agreement between the Afghan government and the Hezb-e Islami militant group. More specifically, the public...chevron_right

Venezuelan crime syndicates and Colombian guerrilla groups are creating new threats across southern Venezuela as they compete for control of the region’s valuable mineral resources. This matters as th...chevron_right

This edition of the RAD examines Russia’s relations with the three countries of the South Caucasus. First, Alexander Iskandaryan examines the impact of the Velvet Revolution on Armenia’s relationships with Russia and the West. Second, Murad Ismayilov argues that both macro- and micro-level developments are leading the Azerbaijani elite to shift their focus away from the West and more towards an emerging strategic accord with Moscow. Third, Michael Cecire assesses Georgia’s efforts to engage in external balancing against Russia to mitigate its relative weakness and maximize autonomy.chevron_right

Turkey hosts 3.6 million Syrian refugees, half of whom are under eighteen. This publication argues that the refugee youth is not receiving the support it needs to integrate successfully into Turkish s...chevron_right

In this report, Alexander Vershbow and Philip Breedlove outline the findings of an Atlantic Council task force on US force posture and the adequacy of current American deployments in North Central Europe. Our authors highlight that despite US and NATO efforts, it is unlikely that Russian efforts to threaten and intimidate NATO members in North Central Europe will end soon. In response, the task force members recommend that that the US could, and should, significantly enhance its existing presence in the region to bolster deterrence and reinforce Alliance cohesion.chevron_right

According to a growing consensus, globalization and advances in communication are promoting the diffusion of defense-industrial capabilities, thus eroding the established position of Western countries. However, Andrea Gilli and Mauro Gilli contend that the empirical evidence suggests that even with newly available opportunities, including cyber espionage, the most advanced weapon systems remain very difficult to copy and replicate.chevron_right