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Why the U.S.-Japan Summit Matters
Jeffrey W. Hornung
Apr 17, 2018
CNN
After a year and half of relative stability, the The United States and Japan now must talk about difficult issues in which they have vested interests. As allies, and close friends, they could both benefit from reconfirming common goals and establishing a set of strategies to deal with challenges.
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Security Cooperation
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'Zero-sum' Approach to Defence and Security During Brexit Negotiations Risks a Less Secure UK and EU
Alexandra Hall, James Black
Apr 4, 2018
UK Ministry of Defence's 2018 Defence Suppliers Guidebook
It is in the interest of neither the UK nor the EU to have a 'zero sum' approach to defense and security during Brexit negotiations. Both sides have plenty to lose if it turns into a 'messy divorce.'
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European Security Cooperation Should Remain Comprehensive—Especially After Brexit
Sarah Grand-Clement
Mar 28, 2018
Euractiv
During Brexit negotiations, it could be tempting for the UK and EU to use certain security structures as 'bargaining chips'. However, it is in no one's interests for both sides to adopt a 'zero-sum' approach to security discussions.
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Vietnam
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Vietnam's Remarkable Month of Balancing Against China in the South China Sea
Derek Grossman @DerekJGrossman
Mar 26, 2018
The Diplomat
Vietnam in March very publicly engaged in a string of activities to strengthen deterrence against China in the South China Sea. But Hanoi's push to deepen external defense ties with states that can help its cause will not necessarily translate into greater risk-taking in the region.
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Russia
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Putin Can Learn from Gorbachev on How to Gain from Future U.S. Talks
William Courtney @courtneywmh
Mar 22, 2018
The Hill
Vladimir Putin has won a flawed election to a fourth term as Russia's president, and Donald Trump has suggested the two will likely meet soon. For the Kremlin leader, however, a summit may draw shortcomings into sharper relief. If the two presidents meet, several key issues will await them.
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International Diplomacy
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Can Europe Save the Iran Nuclear Deal?
Dalia Dassa Kaye @dassakaye, James Dobbins @Jim_Dobbins
Mar 12, 2018
Reuters
In mid-January, President Trump threatened to withdraw from the Iran agreement if Europe does not “fix” it within four months. There are viable steps Europe could take to address Trump's concerns about the deal — on missile development, inspections, and sunset clauses. However, if the U.S. withdraws, Europe could still work with other international powers to keep the deal alive.
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Peacekeeping and Stability Operations
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In Afghanistan, A Protracted Stalemate
Ali Wyne @Ali_Wyne
Feb 26, 2018
The National Interest
The United States has been at war in Afghanistan for over 16 years, at a cost of over $1 trillion. But the Taliban now controls more territory than at any point since the U.S.-led invasion. This should give pause to observers who believe that the United States is, or will soon be, poised to turn the tide in Afghanistan.
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Security Cooperation
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China Is Tightening the Screws on Taiwan. Will Trump Act and Risk Losing Beijing?
Michael S. Chase
Feb 22, 2018
The Cipher Brief
The United States should consider ways to strengthen its engagement with Taiwan on defense and security issues that go beyond arms sales. Washington will need to do more to help Taiwan deal with other forms of Chinese pressure as well.
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Security Cooperation
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The Potential of the Quadrilateral
Jeffrey W. Hornung
Feb 22, 2018
Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (CSIS)
The countries of the Quadrilateral Security Framework are the region's four most capable maritime powers, and are naturally concerned with China's assault on international rules and norms. If ever put in place, the Quad could contribute to the maintenance of security and order in the Indo-Pacific maritime commons.
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International Diplomacy
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At Olympics, U.S. and Korean Leaders Revive Familiar Roles
James Dobbins @Jim_Dobbins
Feb 22, 2018
Reuters
The current spate of North-South Korean diplomacy could be short-lived, giving way to resumed tensions and mounting fears of war. It seems possible, however, that South Korean President Moon Jae-in will succeed in brokering direct talks between Pyongyang and Washington.
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Security Cooperation
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Where Will ISIS Seek to Establish Its Next Safe Haven?
Colin P. Clarke @ColinPClarke
Feb 19, 2018
The Jerusalem Post
Many of ISIS's surviving fighters will seek out new battlefields to continue waging jihad. By coordinating with its allies around the globe, the U.S. could work to help alleviate the conditions that lead states to fail, making them less appealing as sanctuaries where terrorists can rest, rearm, and recuperate.
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Security Cooperation
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A 'Glass Half-Full': Next Steps for Enhancing Deterrence on NATO's Eastern Flank
Scott Boston, Abby Doll, David Ochmanek, David A. Shlapak
Feb 12, 2018
The RAND Blog
The United States and key allies have taken steps toward redressing the imbalance in military power between NATO and Russia in Northeastern Europe. But NATO's defense planners must be clear-eyed about what remains to be done.
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Russia
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Russia Is Not a Viable Counterterrorism Partner for the United States
Colin P. Clarke @ColinPClarke
Feb 9, 2018
Russia Matters
Russia is America's adversary and its actions, particularly attempts to fracture NATO, do not align with larger U.S. security goals. Even where there are areas in which the two countries could work together to mutual benefit, any cooperation should be judicious, measured and treated with the requisite degree of skepticism.
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Syria
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Tillerson's All of the Above Policy for Syria
James Dobbins @Jim_Dobbins
Feb 1, 2018
Newsweek
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson proposed to suppress any ISIS resurgence in Syria, oust Bashar al Assad, reduce Iranian influence, continue to back a Kurdish-dominated enclave, and reassure Turkey. It's important to understand why such an “all of the above” approach would not be workable.
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Security Cooperation
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Amphibious Plans and Posture in Support of NATO Event Held at RAND
Jan 19, 2018
A RAND workshop focused on the importance of amphibious and maritime forces working together within NATO. This provided a venue for dialogue and idea exchange about maritime and amphibious challenges and opportunities in Europe.
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Border and Port Security
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Is Macron Set to 'Take Back Control' of UK-France Border After Brexit?
James Black, Sarah Grand-Clement
Jan 17, 2018
Prospect Magazine
As French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in London for the 35th UK-France Summit, there is growing French discomfort with arrangements at the UK-France border. The UK's decision to leave the European Union has added new urgency to this already fraught debate.
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Security Cooperation

Why the U.S.-Japan Summit Matters

'Zero-sum' Approach to Defence and Security During Brexit Negotiations Risks a Less Secure UK and EU

European Security Cooperation Should Remain Comprehensive—Especially After Brexit

Vietnam's Remarkable Month of Balancing Against China in the South China Sea

Putin Can Learn from Gorbachev on How to Gain from Future U.S. Talks

Can Europe Save the Iran Nuclear Deal?

In Afghanistan, A Protracted Stalemate

China Is Tightening the Screws on Taiwan. Will Trump Act and Risk Losing Beijing?

The Potential of the Quadrilateral

At Olympics, U.S. and Korean Leaders Revive Familiar Roles

Where Will ISIS Seek to Establish Its Next Safe Haven?

A 'Glass Half-Full': Next Steps for Enhancing Deterrence on NATO's Eastern Flank

Russia Is Not a Viable Counterterrorism Partner for the United States

Tillerson's All of the Above Policy for Syria

Amphibious Plans and Posture in Support of NATO Event Held at RAND

Is Macron Set to 'Take Back Control' of UK-France Border After Brexit?

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