Gene Germanovich

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International Defense Researcher

Washington Office

Education

B.S. in international affairs, Georgia Tech; M.A. in security studies, Georgetown University

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Overview

Gene Germanovich is an international defense researcher at the RAND Corporation. His research areas of interest include European security, the NATO alliance, maritime and amphibious forces, and security cooperation. Work at RAND has also included Nordic security, military interoperability, and nuclear preparedness. Prior to joining RAND, he spent eleven years at a national security consulting firm where he conducted policy analysis, strategic planning, and wargaming for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps, and other U.S. government clients. He earned an M.A. in security studies from Georgetown University and a B.S. in international affairs from Georgia Tech, and is a term member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Research Focus

Recent Media Appearances

Interviews: Defense & Aerospace Report

Commentary

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Finnish and Swedish NATO Membership: Toward a Larger, Stronger, Smarter Alliance
Finland and Sweden are poised to become full NATO members in the near future. The Nordic pair's entry into NATO means that alliance leaders and planners confront new challenges, and just as many opportunities.
Aug 12, 2022
United Press International
North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Complex—but Promising—Prospects as Finland and Sweden Mull NATO Membership
After decades of military neutrality between NATO and Russia, recent events saw a potential sea-change in how Finland and Sweden consider their role with the NATO alliance. NATO leadership could start planning now so that if Sweden and Finland make the jump to joining the alliance, they can be welcomed in quickly.
Mar 3, 2022
Breaking Defense
North Atlantic Treaty Organization

NATO Needs a European Level of Ambition
As NATO finalizes its new political guidance designed to shape future military forces, it has the chance to both strengthen Europe’s commitment to burden-sharing and relieve American concern about the creation of a new European Army. Building an enhanced European capacity within NATO entails some risk, but the benefits may outweigh concerns.
Dec 10, 2018
Defense News
Security Cooperation

European Defense Cooperation: Headed in the Right Direction?
In late December, all but three European Union nations agreed to activate Europe's latest, and perhaps most promising, effort to coordinate their defense investments. U.S. officials should let this effort run its course while encouraging and helping to lay the groundwork for continued collaboration.
May 14, 2018
Defense One
North Atlantic Treaty Organization

The Hidden Potential of NATO's Gator Navies
Improving U.S.-European amphibious interoperability would bolster the alliance's defense posture in a non-provocative manner that complements recent moves in land forces. The 2017 Summit in Brussels presents an opportunity to refine allied ground posture while adding this maritime dimension.
Mar 17, 2017
Defense One

Publications

Report
Deterrence and Escalation in Competition with Russia: The Role of Ground Forces in Preventing Hostile Measures Below Armed Conflict in Europe
In this report, the authors seek to understand how the United States might use its military posture in Europe -- particularly focusing on ground forces -- as part of a strategy to deter Russian malign activities in the competition space.
Jan 20, 2022
Report
Deterrence and Escalation in Competition with Russia: Executive Summary
In this report, the authors seek to understand how the United States might use its military posture in Europe -- particularly focusing on ground forces -- as part of a strategy to deter Russian malign activities in the competition space.
Jan 20, 2022
Report
European Strategic Autonomy in Defence: Transatlantic visions and implications for NATO, US and EU relations
This study examines the meaning of European strategic autonomy in defence and its implications for the U.S., NATO and US-EU relations using a scenario methodology and transatlantic expert consultation.
Nov 9, 2021
Report
Enhancing US-Finnish and regional defence cooperation: An exploratory analysis
This study examines Finland's defence posture and the transatlantic dimensions of Finnish security policy in the context of a potential crisis in the Nordic-Baltic region.
Sep 24, 2021
Journal Article
Future Threats and Some Considerations for the Next U.S. National Defense Strategy
In this article, the authors offer a U.S. perspective on the evolution of threats from the recent past, and posit several considerations for the next National Defense Strategy.
Jan 26, 2021
Report
Unlocking NATO's Amphibious Potential: Lessons from the Past, Insights for the Future
Researchers analyze the past, present, and future employment of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's amphibious forces, highlight ongoing initiatives, and identify several efforts that should be pursued to advance its amphibious capabilities.
Nov 9, 2020
Report
At the Vanguard: European Contributions to NATO's Future Combat Airpower
Europe's air forces have the opportunity to make increasingly pronounced contributions to NATO's defense and deterrent posture in combat air campaigns, especially high-intensity operations requiring rapid and large-scale application of airpower.
Oct 22, 2020
Report
Chasing Multinational Interoperability: Benefits, Objectives, and Strategies
National defense policies have focused on the importance of multinational interoperability to meeting U.S. defense goals. By recounting both their literature review and interviews, the authors describe potential benefits of interoperability.
Apr 8, 2020
Report
Enhancing deterrence and defence on NATO's northern flank: Allied perspectives on strategic options for Norway
To inform ongoing strategy and policy development, the Norwegian Ministry of Defence commissioned RAND to gather insights into key allies' perspectives on strategic opportunities and challenges for NATO deterrence and defence in the High North.
Mar 25, 2020
Report
NATO's Amphibious Forces: Command and Control of a Multibrigade Alliance Task Force
RAND researchers facilitated three wargaming events to explore command and control of NATO's amphibious forces in major combat operations. The authors note results and implications for future force development.
Jun 27, 2019
Report
Addressing Ballistic Glass Delamination in the Marine Corps Tactical Vehicle Fleet: Implications for Resourcing and Readiness
Delamination of ballistic glass impairs driver visibility and affects the readiness of Marine Corps tactical vehicles. To address this issue, RAND researchers estimate costs and vehicle availability under various repair and replacement scenarios.
Feb 27, 2018

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Defence Challenges and Opportunities for Norway
Dec 14, 2020