The Commission on the National Guard and Reserves Report: Where Do We Go From Here?
The Commission on the National Guard and Reserves released its final report on January 31, 2008. The report contains almost 100 recommendations, several of which are already being hotly debated by stakeholders in OSD, the National Guard and reserves community, DHS, Congress, state governments and the broader homeland security community. The Center for Strategic and International Studies held a conference to hear senior perspectives on the CNGR report and join a discussion on the most significant - and in some cases controversial – recommendations. This conference brings together senior officials from many different organizations to discuss the CNGR report, it also was an opportunity to explore how to move from problem diagnosis to solution implementation. The conference opened with keynote remarks by former Secretary of Defense William Cohen and will include four discussion panels: The Implications of an Operational Reserve for the All-Volunteer Force Sustaining and Institutionalizing an Operational Reserve The Role of DoD and the Reserve Component in the Homeland Congressional Perspectives on the Operational Agenda 0830-0845 Introduction John Hamre 0845-0915 Keynote Speaker Secretary William Cohen AUDIO (00:19:00) | VIDEO (00:19:08) 0915-1015 Panel 1: Senior Perspectives on the Operational Reserve and the AVF AUDIO (mp3, 01:32:20) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:36:03) Dr. John Winkler, Principle Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs Lieutenant General Steven Blum, Chief, National Guard Bureau Major General David Fastabend, Director of Strategy, Plans and Policy, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, U.S. Army Major General (ret.) Arnold Punaro, Chairman, Commission on the National Guard and Reserves Moderator: Mr. Ray DuBois, Senior Adviser, CSIS 1015-1030 Break 1030-1130 Panel 2: Sustaining and Institutionalizing the Operational Reserve AUDIO (mp3, 01:05:55) Dr. David Chu, Under Secretary of Defense, Personnel & Readiness Lieutenant General Jack Stultz, Chief of the Army Reserve Ms. Patricia Lewis, Commissioner, Commission on the National Guard and Reserves Charlie Cragin, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs Major General Raymond Rees, Adjutant General, Oregon Moderator: Patrick Henry, Partner, Abell, Henry & Associates 1130-1145 Break (Buffet Lunch Served) 1145-1345 Panel 3: The Role of DoD in the Homeland AUDIO (mp3, 02:01:54) | VIDEO (02:04:42) Assistant Secretary of Defense Paul McHale, OSD Vice Admiral Harvey Johnson, Deputy Administrator, FEMA Lieutenant General Steven Blum, Chief, National Guard Bureau Arnold Punaro, Chairman, Commission on the National Guard and Reserves General Gene Renuart, Commander of U.S. Northern Command Moderator: Ms. Christine Wormuth, Senior Fellow, CSIS 1345-1400 Break 1400-1500 Panel 4: Congressional Views on the Operational Reserve AUDIO (mp3, 01:09:03) Mr. Richard Walsh, Senate Armed Services Committee Mr. Daniel Ginsberg, Office of Senator Leahy (National Guard Caucus) Mr. Joseph Vealencis, Professional Staff Member, House Committee on Homeland Security Mr. John Grant, Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee Moderator: Lieutenant Colonel Erich Randall, Army National Guard For more information on the Final Report of the Commission on the National Guard and Reserves, please visit: http://www.cngr.gov/
April 1
Shell Energy Scenarios to 2050
AUDIO (mp3, 01:11:09) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:11:09 ) CSIS hosted Royal Duch Shell to speak about their recent report Shell energy scenarios to 2050. Moderator: Frank Verrastro Director, Energy and National Security Program Guests: Jeroen van der Veer Chief Executive, Royal Dutch Shell Jeremy B. Bentham Vice President Global Business Environment, Royal Dutch Shell Royal Dutch Shell's renowned energy scenarios have, for many years, helped energy experts and thought leaders around the world anticipate the evolution of global energy supply and demand. Shell's 2008 energy scenarios chart two plausible ways in which the globe's sources and uses of energy may evolve over the next half-century. These two scenarios show how the world will grapple with three hard truths: the surge in global energy demand, the end of easily accessible oil and increasing environmental stresses including the impact of greenhouse gas emissions. Royal Dutch Shell CEO Jeroen van der Veer discussed the implications these truths have on the United States now and in the next fifty years.
March 31
Demography and Geopolitics in the 21st Century
AUDIO 1 (mp3, 01:30:49) | AUDIO 2 (mp3, 01:29:39) | The Graying of the Great Powers: Demography and Geopolitics in the 21st Century, a report of the CSIS Global Aging Initiative, was released at a CSIS Policy Forum on March 31, 2008. The report explores how population aging and population decline will constrain the ability of the United States and other developed countries to maintain national and global security over the next few decades. It also examines the security implications of emerging demographic trends in different regions of the developing world. While some political scientists and security experts argue that the forces of demography are pushing the world toward greater peace and stability, the CSIS report concludes that they pose growing security threats—and that the period of greatest danger lies just over the horizon in the 2020s. The CSIS Policy Forum will begin with a presentation by the authors on the report’s key findings. A panel of distinguished experts will then comment on the report and offer their views on the geopolitical dimensions of the “global aging challenge.”
March 27
Japan Chair Forum with Admiral Takashi Saito
AUDIO (mp3, 00:55:44) | VIDEO (wmv, 00:55:44) Admiral Takashi Saito Chief of Staff, Joint Staff, Ministry of Defense In conversation with Richard Armitage CSIS Trustee John Hamre CSIS President & CEO and Michael Green CSIS Senior Adviser & Japan Chair Associate Professor, Georgetown University Admiral Takashi Saito was appointed Chief of Staff of the Joint Staff of the Ministry of Defense in August 2006. Graduating the National Defense Academy in 1970, he joined the Self Defense Forces as Ensign. He was promoted to the rank of Admiral in 2005, and thus far in his career, Admiral Saito has served as Director of the Operations and Plans Department, Commandant of the Maizuru and Yokosuka Districts, and as Chief of Staff of the Marine Self Defense Forces.
March 27
Smart Power Speaker Series: "The Future of UN Peacekeeping" featuring Jean-Marie Guéhenno
AUDIO (mp3, 01:04:51) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:06:53) CSIS hosted Jean-Marie Guéhenno, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for a discusssion on the future of UN peacekeeping. Johanna Mendelson Forman, CSIS Senior Associate, introduced Mr. Guéhenno. UN peacekeeping is today the flagship enterprise of the United Nations and has become a central element of the international community's response to complex emergencies. During his eight year tenure as chief of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Guéhenno has seen the number of deployed UN troops double to over 100,000 with an annual budget of around $7.5 billion in order to protect vulnerable populations and help local communities transition from a post-conflict to a development environment.
March 26
CSIS-Schieffer School of Journalism Dialogue: The Status of U.S. Efforts in Iraq
AUDIO (01:16:41) | VIDEO (01:16:41) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) Moderated by CBS Chief Washington Correspondent and Face the Nation anchor Bob Schieffer, an expert panel comprised of top journalists and policy analysts discussed the status of U.S. efforts in Iraq and took questions from the audience. The panel featured: Rajiv Chandrasekaran, national editor at the Washington Post and author of Imperial Life in the Emerald City; Nancy Youssef, Baghdad Bureau Chief for McClatchy Newspapers; and Anthony Cordesman, the CSIS Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy. The CSIS-Schieffer School series will be held monthly in Washington at CSIS and will feature top public policy experts, government officials, prominent journalists and leading scholars, discussing pressing issues related to national security, foreign policy, and global challenges.
March 25
CSIS Press Briefing: President’s trip to NATO Summit
VIDEO (wmv, 01:09:48) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:09:48) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) held a briefing for members of the media on the President’s upcoming trip to the NATO Summit. The briefing will be presented by: Stephen J. Flanagan, CSIS senior vice president. Dr. Flanagan is a former special assistant to the president and senior director for Central and Eastern Europe, National Security Council Staff. Julianne Smith, CSIS Europe Program director. Janusz Bugajski, director of the CSIS New European Democracies Project.
March 25
Export Control Reform: Commerce Department Reforms
Agenda AUDIO (mp3 00:33:33) 2:00 Introduction Bill Reinsch, President, National Foreign Trade Council 2:10 Commerce reforms Mario Mancuso, Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security Commerce reforms to process and policy implemented in 2007 Presidentially directed reforms DEAC 2:30 Question and Answer period AUDIO (mp3 00:41:16) 2:40 Panel Discussion Moderator: David Scruggs, Senior Associate, CSIS Matt Borman, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Industry and Security Beth McCormick, Deputy Under Secretary for Technology Security Policy and National Disclosure Policy, DOD 3:15 Adjourn
March 24
Book Release: India and China: An Advanced Technology Race and How the United States Should Respond
Ernie Preeg presented the principal findings from his new book, India and China: An Advanced Technology Race and How the United States Should Respond, jointly published by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI. We believe the rapidly evolving “new Asia-Pacific triangle” relationship among the United States, China, and India is of great importance for U.S. economic and foreign policy interests, and that the Preeg book provides path-breaking analysis of the many issues in play. AUDIO (mp3, 01:34:19) AGENDA: 12:00 noon–12:30 p.m. Luncheon 12:30 p.m. Introduction Teresita Schaffer, Director, South Asia Program, CSIS Thomas Duesterberg, President and CEO, MAPI 12:40 p.m.–1:10 p.m. VIDEO (wmv, 00:43:24) Book Presentation Ernest Preeg Senior Fellow in Trade and Productivity, MAPI and Visiting Fellow, CSIS 1:10 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Panel Discussion/Q&A For more information please contact CSIS’s South Asia Program via email at southasia@csis.org, or by phone at 202-775-3184.
March 21
Statesmen's Forum: His Excellency Nelson Jobim
AUDIO* (mp3, 01:07:46) | VIDEO** (wmv, 01:07:46) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) *House audio...English and Portuguese **Translated audio The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion with Nelson Jobim, defense minister of Brazil titled, "Brazil: A Defense Overview." Brent Scocroft, CSIS Counselor and Trustee, introduced Defense Minister Jobim. Johanna Mendelson Forman, a senior associate at CSIS, moderated the question-and-answer session.
March 20
Statesmen's Forum: His Excellency Noppadon Pattama
AUDIO (mp3, 00:57:48) | VIDEO (wmv, 00:57:48) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion with Noppadon Pattama, foreign minister of Thailand , "Thai-US relations in the changing landscape of Southeast Asia." Dr. John Hamre, CSIS president and CEO, introduced Foreign Minister Pattama. Derek Mitchell, senior fellow in the International Security Program, moderated the question-and-answer session.
March 18
Campaigning Against Extremist Violence: A View from Pakistan's Political Parties
AUDIO (mp3, 00:8:24) The PCR Project and the South Asia Program present Campaigning Against Extremist Violence A View from Pakistan’s Political Parties Tuesday, March 18, 2008 9:00-10:00am Since the announcement of the newly formed coalition government, many Americans and Pakistanis are looking to the parliament for a successful strategy in combating extremist violence. We are hosting a teleconference with political party officials from Pakistan, who will share their views on Pakistan’s counterterrorism strategy and the approaches their parties are advocating. Featured guests will include: Afrasiab Khattak, Awami National Party (ANP), Peshawar, Pakistan Mushahid Hussain, Pakistan Muslim League (Q) (PML-Q), Islamabad, Pakistan Ahsan Iqbal, Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N), Lahore, Pakistan Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) representative to be confirmed Moderated by Rick Barton, Co-Director, PCR Project, CSIS RSVP to pcrproject@csis.org Center for Strategic and International Studies 5th floor Conference room 1800 K Street NW Washington, DC Visit www.pcrproject.com for publications, commentary, and more information about our work.
March 17
Smart Power Speaker Series with Jonathan Greenblatt on "Social Entrepreneurship: Global Challenges, American Innovation"
AUDIO (mp3, 01:27:58) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:27:58) CSIS hosted Jonathan Greenblatt, Founder of Ethos Water and former vice president for Starbucks Coffee Company, for a discussion on social entrepreneurship and the role of the private sector in enhancing U.S. global leadership. Launched in 2003, Ethos Water has raised over $6 million to help children in Central America, Africa, and Asia gain access to clean water. Erik Peterson, Director of the Global Strategy Institute, introduced Mr. Greenblatt. This event is one of a series related to the CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level bipartisan group that recently released the Smart Power Commission final report, "A Smarter, More Secure America."
March 14
Harbingers: Iraq's Economic Development in Transition
AUDIO (mp3, 01:02:40) The PCR Project welcomes Ambassador Charles Ries, U.S. Minister for Economic Affairs and Coordinator for Economic Transition in Iraq The event will be chaired by Rick Barton, Co-Director, PCR Project Ambassador Ries will review current challenges to Iraq's economic growth in the post-surge environment. With some improvements to security, are there now opportunities for the Iraqi government and the international community to foster investment and development? And what of the impact of rising oil prices? Will they mean increased resources for the Iraqis to direct toward this effort? Ambassador Ries will outline key signs of economic progress over the past few months, and examine ways in which redirected international assistance can support the trend. RSVP to pcrproject@csis.org Visit www.pcrproject.com for publications, commentary, and more information about our work.
March 12
Cohen-Nunn Dialogue: America's Role in the World
AUDIO (mp3, 01:28:27) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:28:27) | VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS (wmv, 01:28:27) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) An expert panel comprised of thought leaders discussed America's role in the world and took questions from the audience. The event was hosted by former Secretary of Defense and CSIS Trustee William Cohen and former Georgia Senator, Armed Services Committee Chairman, and CSIS Board of Trustees Chairman Sam Nunn. The panel featured: Gen. Anthony Zinni, USMC (Ret.), former Commander-in-Chief of U.S. Central Command; Christiane Amanpour, Chief International Correspondent for CNN; Andrew Kohut, President of the Pew Research Center The Cohen-Nunn Dialogues are designed to focus Americans on the seminal issues that our nation must face. The Dialogues will be held throughout the next year and will feature top thought leaders, public policy experts, government officials, prominent journalists, and leading scholars.
March 11
Roles and Missions: Emerging Congressional Perspectives
AUDIO (mp3, 01:15:27) | VIDEO (wmv, 00:39:56) In a 21st century security environment characterized by terrorist threats, weak states, and asymmetric warfare, the U.S. military is increasingly confronted with an ever-shifting spectrum of responsibilities. To understand how best to manage these trends, the House Armed Services Committee has undertaken its first comprehensive review of the U.S. military services’ roles and missions in fifteen years. The initial results of this assessment emphasize the necessity of undertaking a whole-of-government approach to future operations - one that is as much interagency as it is interservice. A roundtable discussion featuring Roles and Missions Panel Chairman Jim Cooper (D-TN) and Ranking Member Phil Gingrey (R-GA) as they present the results of their first report, along with CSIS Senior Associate Michèle Flournoy and National Journal reporter James Kitfield, who will discuss the report's findings. with: Rep. Jim Cooper (D-TN) , Chairman, HASC Roles and Missions Panel Rep. Phil Gingrey (R-GA), Ranking Member, HASC Roles and Missions Panel Michèle Flournoy, Senior Associate, Center for Strategic & International Studies and President and Co-Founder, Center for a New American Security James Kitfield, Senior Correspondent, National Journal Moderated By: Kathleen Hicks, Senior Fellow, Center for Strategic & International Studies For more information you can download the House Armed Services Committee Panel on Missions and Roles report (pdf) from the HSAC website.
March 5
Lieutenant General Vaughn at CSIS
AUDIO (mp3, 01:06:09) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:06:09) Lieutenant General Vaughn, Director of the United States Army National Guard will gave a brief presentation "The Army Guard: Transitioning from a Strategic to an Operational Reserve" and took questions.
March 5
Norwegian Petroleum Production: Adapting to Environmental Challenges
AUDIO (mp3, 00:46:49) Deputy Minister of Petroleum and Energy Liv Monica Stubholt visited CSIS to discuss Norway's unique and seemingly paradoxical position as a major global producer of fossil fuels, but also as a nation at the forefront of environmental policy to mitigate climate change. She spoke about some of Norway's strengths, engineering/technical capabilities and availability of capital from fossil fuel revenues, and how those tools will be employed to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. Deputy Minister Stubholt described two major Norwegian commitments toward this end: leadership of development and deployment of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) and significant contributions of money to combat global deforestation. Norway has outlined a two-pronged approach on CCS, which it sees as an essential "bridging technology" that can abate emissions until we have developed a fully renewable global energy system. Norway will first develop two commercial scale power plants with CCS capabilities with the intention of using those plants as laboratories for technology development and training. One facility will demonstrate CCS retrofit technology, and the other will demonstrate new build gas-fired CCS technology. In the second part of Norway's CCS strategy, they hope to lower the cost of CCS technologies by attracting commerical partners and accelerate global deployment. Deputy Minister Stubholt closed by empasizing the importance of technology, but that technology optimism should not be the only way we think about solving the immense challenges posed by climate change.
March 4
A Fight for the Rule of Law: Pakistan Lawyers Delegation in Washington
AUDIO (mp3, 01:26:34) A discussion with three lawyers who pioneered the lawyers’ movement resisting President Musharraf’s sacking of the Chief Justice and pushing for the restoration of the judiciary. Featured guests will include: Hamid Khan is a legal scholar, Supreme Court lawyer, former President of the Pakistan Supreme Court Bar Association and the Senior Vice President of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, a political party. Mr. Khan was a member of the defense team that successfully advocated for Chief Justice Iftikar M. Chaudhry’s reinstatement in July 2007. He also argued the case against President Musharraf—contesting his eligibility to stand for presidential elections—that precipitated the November 3, 2007 declaration of emergency rule. Mr. Khan has authored several authoritative texts on Pakistani constitutional law. Muneer A. Malik is the former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan, a position he held from October 2006 to October 2007. During his tenure, Chief Justice Chaudhry was removed from office by President Musharraf. Mr. Malik was among the senior lawyers who openly defied the move and led his peers in their struggle to oppose it. As a result, he was arrested and imprisoned in the notorious Attock Jail under supervision of the ISI. He was only released due to massive local and international pressure. Sahibzada Anwar Hamid is a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court. He previously served as Secretary of the Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan and was serving as the Vice President of the Supreme Court Bar Association when President Musharraf placed Chief Justice Chaudhry on inactive status on March 9, 2007. After the declaration of emergency rule, Mr. Hamid was arrested at his home and held in detention for fifteen days. Moderated by Rick Barton, Co-Director, PCR Project, CSIS
March 3
Improving the Mix and Strengthening Ties: An Overview of EU Energy Policy
The CSIS Energy and National Security Program hosted Andris Piebalgs, European Commissioner for Energy, for a discussion on European Union renewable energy policy. Commissioner Piebalgs also spoke on strengthening the EU-US energy relationship. Robert E. Ebel, Senior Adviser to the Energy and National Security Program introduced Commissioner Piebalgs and moderated the Q&A session. Speech: VIDEO (wmv, 00:45:43) | AUDIO (mp3, 00:45:43) Speech + Q&A: AUDIO (mp3, 01:19:17)
February 28
The U.S and Turkey: Another Honeymoon?
The meeting focused on the current state and future course of US-Turkish relations. The panel featured three members of Turkish Parliament: Egemen Bagis, Vice Chairman of Foreign Affairs for the Justice and Development Party; Fatma Nur Serter, of the Republican and People's Party; Mithat Melen, of the Nationalist Movement Party, and Representative Christopher Shays (R-CT). The meeting was opened by Lindsay Lloyd, IRI Europe Director and moderated by CSIS Turkey Project Director, Bulent Aliriza. AUDIO (01:30:59)
February 28
The Putin Succession: What's at Stake and What to Expect
AUDIO (mp3, 01:19:50) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) "The Putin Succession: What’s at Stake and What to Expect" Featuring: Anders Åslund, Senior Fellow, Peterson Institute for International Economics Andrew Kuchins, Director and Senior Fellow, Russia and Eurasia Program, CSIS Sarah Mendelson, Director and Senior Fellow, Human Rights and Security Initiative, CSIS The CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program invites you to a panel on the Russian presidential elections. Given President Putin’s endorsement of Dmitri Medvedev as his candidate of choice, the outcome of the “election” already seems certain. However, many questions remain over the implications of a Medvedev presidency and the future role of Vladimir Putin. Åslund, Kuchins, and Mendelson will offer their insights into the presidential succession and its consequences for U.S.-Russia relations.
February 27
Statesmen's Forum: Mirek Topolánek, Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
VIDEO (wmv, 01:02:21) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:02:21) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion with Mirek Topolánek, prime minister of the Czech Republic on security challenges in central Europe. Dr. Stephen Flanagan, CSIS senior vice president, and director of International Security Program, introduced Prime Minister Topolánek and moderated the question-and-answer session.
February 27
CSIS-Schieffer School of Journalism Dialogue: Status of US Efforts in Afghanistan
VIDEO (wmv, 01:25:03) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:25:03) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) Moderated by: Bob Schieffer, CBS News' Chief Washington Correspondent; Anchor, Face the Nation Panel: R. Nicholas Burns, U.S. Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs Colonel David W. Lamm, U.S. Army (Ret.); Former Chief of Staff, Combined Forces in Afghanistan Steve Coll, President, New America Foundation; Staff Writer, The New Yorker Rick Barton, CSIS Senior Adviser and Codirector of its Post-Conflict Reconstruction Project
February 26
Ukraine: A Net Assessment of 16 Years of Independence
"Ukraine: A Net Assessment of 16 Years of Independence" AUDIO (mp3, 01:05:22) | VIDEO (01:05:18) Featuring Zbigniew Brzezinski, U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine Co-Chair and CSIS Counselor and Trustee Volker Rühe, U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine Co-Chair and former German Defense Minister Bronislaw Geremek, U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine Member and former Polish Foreign Minister Jan Petersen, U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine Member and former Norwegian Foreign Minister And U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine Task Force Directors Janusz Bugajski, New European Democracies Project Director and Europe Program Senior Fellow, CSIS Steven Pifer, Senior Advisor, Russia and Eurasia Program, CSIS Keith Smith, Senior Associate, Energy Program, CSIS The U.S.-EU Partnership Committee for Ukraine, in an event sponsored by The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, will hold a discussion to release a major CSIS report “Ukraine: A Net Assessment of 16 Years of Independence.” The discussion will take place onTuesday, February 26, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the CSIS B1 Conference Center (1800 K Street, NW). The discussion will feature remarks by Zbigniew Brzezinski, the former U.S. National Security Adviser, and by Volker Rühe, the former Defense Minister of Germany. Other speakers will include U.S.-EU Partnership Committee members Jan Petersen, the former Foreign Minister of Norway, and Bronislaw Geremek, the former Foreign Minister of Poland, as well as three of the report’s authors. The speakers’ remarks will focus on Ukraine’s successes and shortcomings since independence. The speakers will offer their remarks and take questions from the audience.
February 26
Export Control Reform: State Department Reforms
AUDIO (mp3, 01:29:40) Opening Remarks: Arnold Kanter, The Scowcroft Group Keynote Address: John Rood, Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, U.S. Department of State State reforms to process and policy implemented in 2007 Presidentially directed reforms UK and Australian defense trade treaties Panel Discussion: Frank Ruggiero, U.S. Department of State Beth McCormick, U.S. Department of Defense
February 25
Haiti Update: MINUSTAH at Four Years
AUDIO (mp3, 01:13:12) Four years after the UN entered Haiti in its seventh mission in more than ten years, there has been progress on security, governance, and economic recovery, with cautious optimism looking forward. The UN Security Council Resolution on MINUSTAH that is in place until October 2008 and set for renewal includes in its mandate a strong commitment to development. It also requires the specific establishment of benchmarks for future progress. As part of his duties as Deputy Special Representative, Mr. Boutroue is also Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator of the United Nations system in charge of humanitarian and development issues. Mr. Boutroue's presentation addressed the key challenges ahead for Haiti and how MINUSTAH, UNDP and the broader UN family are working to address them. Following his remarks, Mr. Boutroue answered questions from the audience.
February 25
A Luncheon in Honor of Obiageli Ezekwesili
AUDIO (mp3, 01:31:01) Agenda: 12:00-12:30 Lunch 12:30-1:15 Speech by Obiageli Ezekwesili | AUDIO (mp3, 00:44:54) | VIDEO (wmv, 00:44:54) Introductions by Jennifer Cooke, Center for Strategic and International Studies and Princeton Lyman, Council on Foreign Relations 1:15-2:15 Panel Panelists Include: Akwe Amosu, Open Society Institute Roaslind Kainyah, DeBeers Corporation David Goldwyn, Goldwyn International Strategies
February 22
Gulf Roundtable: Iraq after the Surge: Implications for the Gulf States
AUDIO (mp3, 01:10:35) Joost Hiltermann is Deputy Program Director for Middle East and North Africa at the International Crisis Group (ICG). Based in Istanbul, he manages a team of analysts conducting research throughout the region on the drivers and risks of armed conflict. The program’s latest report is entitled Iraq’s Civil War, the Sadrists and the Surge. Prior to joining ICG Hiltermann served for a decade with Human Rights Watch as executive director of the Arms Division and director of the Iraq Documents Project. He also spent five years at the Ramallah-based Palestinian human rights organization Al-Haq, where he was research director. Hiltermann earned a Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of California at Santa Cruz. He is the author of dozens of reports and academic articles and is a frequent commentator in the media. His book, A Poisonous Affair: America, Iraq, and the Gassing of Halabja, was recently published by Cambridge University Press.
February 20
Pakistan's Elections: Free, Fair, and Safe? Post-Election Analysis
AUDIO (mp3, 01:12:38) All eyes were on Pakistan ahead of the February 18th parliamentary elections. Pakistan’s leadership faces the challenge of holding free and fair elections, and maintaining security. The results could shape the course of the country’s politics for years to come. The PCR Project will host Pakistani political experts and activists and international observers by teleconference from Pakistan to discuss the election and its implications. We hope you will join us. Limited space available. RSVP to pcrproject@csis.org. Featured guests will include: Ahmed Bilal Mehboob, Executive Director, Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (PILDAT); Islamabad, Pakistan Glenn Cowan, Co-Founder and CEO of Democracy International; traveling in Pakistan Staffan Darnolf, Country Director, IFES Pakistan; Islamabad, Pakistan Najam Sethi, Editor of the Daily Times, a leading newspaper in Pakistan; Lahore, Pakistan Event moderated by Rick Barton, Co-Director, PCR Project, CSIS Visit www.pcrproject.com for publications, commentary, and more information about our work
February 19
Health of the U.S. Space Industrial Base and the Impact of Export Control
AUDIO (mp3, 02:06:12) | Presentation Brief (mp3, 00:13:16) The briefing summarizes the work of an independent Working Group, co-chaired by Mr. Tom Young (former EVP, Lockheed Martin Corporation), Dr. William Ballhaus (The Aerospace Corporation) and Mr. Pierre Chao (Senior Associate, CSIS), tasked to assess the health of the U.S. space industrial base in the international landscape and determine the impact of export controls on it. The briefing focuses on the Working Group's key findings and offers recommendations for the way ahead.
February 19
Book Launch: The New Cold War: Putin's Russia and the Threat to the West
AUDIO (mp3, 01:26:48) Featuring: Edward Lucas, Deputy Editor, International Section, Central and Eastern Europe Correspondent, The Economist Chair: Sarah Mendelson, Director and Senior Fellow, Human Rights and Security Initiative, CSIS Commentary: Janusz Bugajski, Director, New European Democracies Project and Senior Fellow, Europe Program, CSIS and Andrew Kuchins, Director and Senior Fellow, Russia and Eurasia Program, CSIS A wine and cheese reception will follow the discussion. To RSVP, email the Russia and Eurasia Program at rep@csis.org or call 202.457.8741
February 15
Mexico's Recent Electoral Reform: A Change for the Better?
AUDIO (mp3, 01:57:03) In the wake of the disputed 2006 presidential election, the Mexican Congress passed a fiercely debated electoral reform bill in September 2007. The bill amended the Mexican Constitution and modified the federal electoral code (COFIPE)—through which all federal elections in Mexico are regulated. Some areas which were reformed pertained to political campaigns and primaries, the organization and role of political parties, public campaign finance, the role of the media, as well as punitive measures. Supporters of the bill argued that the electoral reform strengthens Mexican electoral democracy, particularly from the standpoint of limiting the influence of money and interests groups in Mexican elections. Critics of the bill argued that it limits civil liberties and political rights of Mexican citizens, and strengthens the control of the major political parties. The bill, which went into effect on January 14, 2008, will regulate the 2009 mid-term and 2012 presidential elections. Sergio Sarmiento, columnist at Reforma newspaper; Jeffrey Weldon, professor at the ITAM; and Raúl Ã?vila, professor at UNAM discussed these events and answered questions from the audience.
February 15
Pakistan's Elections: Free, Fair, and Safe? Pre-Election Analysis
AUDIO (mp3, 01:15:55) All eyes are on Pakistan ahead of the February 18th parliamentary elections. Pakistan’s leadership faces the challenge of holding free and fair elections, and maintaining security. The results could shape the course of the country’s politics for years to come. The PCR Project hosted Pakistani political experts and activists and international observers by teleconference from Pakistan to discuss the election and its implications. Featured guests included: Sarwar Bari, Secretary General of Free and Fair Election Network; Islamabad, Pakistan Staffan Darnolf, Country Director, IFES Pakistan; Islamabad, Pakistan Ijaz Shafi Gilani, President, Gallup Pakistan; Islamabad, Pakistan Osama Siddique, lawyer, activist and Associate Professor at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS); Lahore, Pakistan Other guests will be announced in the coming days. Both events moderated by Rick Barton, Co-Director, PCR Project, CSIS Visit www.pcrproject.com for publications, commentary, and more information about our work. Looking for more audio clips? Portions of this event are also available as podcasts: 1) Pakistans Upcoming Elections: Voter Registration and Candidate Issues? 2) Pakistans Upcoming Elections: Transparency, Delays, and Vote Rigging?
February 14
Smart Power Speaker Series with Jeffrey Gedmin
CSIS hosted Jeffrey Gedmin, President of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, for a discussion on the challenges ahead for international broadcasting in promoting openness and pluralism overseas as part of a smart power strategy. Carola McGiffert, CSIS Vice President and Chief of Staff, introduced Mr. Gedmin. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty provides news, information, and responsible discussion of domestic and international issues to countries where free and independent media are not permitted, or not yet fully established. This event is one of a series related to the CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level bipartisan group that recently released its final report, "A Smarter, More Secure America." VIDEO (wmv, 01:12:15) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:12:15)
February 14
The Situation in Iraq: A Briefing from the Battlefiel
The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy Anthony H. Cordesman has prepared a new report, "The Situation in Iraq: A Briefing from the Battlefield." This report and press briefing are based on Dr. Cordesman's recent trip to Iraq. Audio (mp3, 01:10:23) | Video (wmv, 01:10:23) | Transcript (pdf, 72 kb)
February 13
The Transformation of Southeastern Europe: A Challenge for Smart Power
CSIS hosted a discussion with Dora Bakoyannis, the foreign minister of Greece, on the transformation of Southeastern Europe. Minister Bakoyannis delivered remarks and took questions from the audience. CSIS Trustee and Counselor Brent Scowcroft (right) delivered the introduction and Dr. John Hamre, the president and CEO of CSIS, moderated the event. VIDEO (wmv 1:06:25) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:06:25) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) | PREPARED REMARKS (pdf)
February 13
Smart Power Speaker Series with Governor Christine Todd Whitman
CSIS hosted Christine Todd Whitman, former governor of New Jersey, for a discussion on the future of U.S. foreign assistance and an environmentally sustainable America. Frank Verrastro, CSIS director and senior fellow of the Energy and National Security Program, introduced Governor Whitman. This event is one of a series related to the CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level commission tasked with developing "a smarter, more secure America." VIDEO (wmv, 01:01:13) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:01:04)
February 11
U.S. Smart Power in the Americas: 2009 and Beyond
With the 2008 elections approaching, Ambassadors Luigi Einaudi and John Maisto reflected on what they believe should be the key elements of future U.S. policy in the Americas. Following their presentations, Carl Meacham, Professional Staff, Senate Foreign Relations Committee and Peter Quilter, Professional Staff, House Committee on Foreign Affairs offered their comments. The Smart Power Speaker Series features policymakers, practitioners and opinion leaders from around the world and across the political spectrum to engage in a discussion on U.S. Smart Power. The series is a spin-off of the CSIS Commission on Smart Power. VIDEO (wmv, 00:45:10) Opening Remarks, Ambassador Einaudi, and Ambassador Maisto VIDEO (wmv, 00:09:53) Meacham AUDIO (mp3, 01:31:16) All
February 8
National Space Forum (Day 2)
Friday the 8th of February 2008 0800 Policy Choices: Space Management Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:03:21) Moderator: Dr. Stephen Flanagan Director of International Security Program, Center for Strategic and International Studies The Honorable Dr. Ronald Sega Vice President for Applied Research, Colorado State University Ms. Mary Kicza Assistant Administrator, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Satellite and Information Service Dr. Barbara O’Brien Lieutenant Governor, State of Colorado 0900 Break with Refreshments 0930 Policy Choices: Space Governance Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:03:07) Moderator: Dr. Joan Johnson-Freese Chair, National Security Decision-Making Department, Naval War College Dr. Larry Wortzel Chairman, United States China Economic and Security Review Commission Dr. Joanne Gabrynowicz Director, National Center for Remote Sensing, Air and Space, University of Mississippi School of Law Mr. Christian Kessler Director, Conventional Arms Threat Reduction, United States Department of State Mr. Giovanni Gasparini Senior Fellow, Security and Defense, Aerospace Industry, Italy 1030 Break with Refreshments 1100 New and Emerging Trends in Security, Commercial, and Civil Space Listen to the Audio (mp3, 00:55:53) Moderator: Dr. James Lewis Director, Technology and Public Policy Program, Center for Strategic and International Studies Brigadier General (retired) Duane Deal Director, National Security Space Programs, Applied Physics Laboratory, The Johns Hopkins University Dr. Seamus Tuohy Director, Space Systems, Charles Stark Draper Laboratory Mr. Jeff Trauberman Vice President, Business Development, The Boeing Company 1200 Synthesis Panel: Forum Wrap-Up/Closing Remarks: Ambassador Roger Harrison Listen to the Audio (mp3, 00:57:10) Moderator: General (retired) Tom Moorman Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton Dr. Stephen Flanagan Director of International Security Program, Center for Strategic and International Studies Lieutenant General Michael Hamel Commander, Space and Missile Systems Center, United States Air Force Mr. Joe Fuller President, Futron Corporation Dr. John Logsdon Director, Space Policy Institute, George Washington University General (retired) Tom Moorman Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton Thursday the 7th of February
February 7
A Discussion with Representative John Murtha
AUDIO (mp3, 49:00) | VIDEO (wmv, 49:00) | TRANSCRIPT | PREPARED REMARKS The Honorable John Murtha (D-PA) delived a speech titled, “The Hidden Costs to the War in Iraq: The Challenges We Face.” With an introduction by Dr. John Hamre President and CEO of CSIS.
February 7
CSIS Press Briefing: President's Trip to Africa
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 00:58:17) | Video (00:58:01 wmv) | Transcript The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) will hold a briefing for members of the media regarding the President’s upcoming trip to Africa. The briefing will be held Thursday, February 7 from 10:30am-11:30am at CSIS (1800 K Street) in the 4th Floor Conference Center. The briefing will be delivered by: CSIS Africa Program Director and HIV/AIDS Task Force Director Dr. J. Stephen Morrison. CSIS Africa Program Codirector, Jennifer Cooke.
February 7
National Space Forum (Day 1)
NATIONAL SPACE FORUM 2008: SPACE CHALLENGES FACING THE NEW AMERICAN ADMINISTRATION OF 2009 7TH AND 8TH FEBRUARY 2008 Washington, DC Thursday the 7th of February 2008 08:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks Listen to the Audio (mp3, 00:11:00) Dr. John Hamre President and Chief Executive Officer, Center for Strategic and International Studies Ambassador Roger Harrison Director, Eisenhower Center for Space and Defense Studies, United States Air Force Academy The Honorable Peter Teets Chairman, Eisenhower Center for Space and Defense Studies, United States Air Force Academy 08:30 Space Policy Decisions for the next Administration Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:21:33) Moderator: Ambassador Roger Harrison Director, Eisenhower Center for Space and Defense Studies, United States Air Force Academy General C. Robert Kehler Commander, United States Air Force Space Command Ms. Joanne Maguire Executive Vice President, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company Dr. Pete Worden Center Director, Ames Research Center, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Ms. Marion Blakey President, Aerospace Industries Association 09:45 Break with Refreshments 10:15 Policy Choices: Security and Space Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:08:17) Moderator: Dr. Peter Hays Senior Policy Analyst, National Security Space Office, Department of Defense Mr. Mike Gass President and Chief Executive Officer, United Launch Alliance Colonel Tom Shearer Chief, Policy and Strategy Division, National Security Space Office, Department of Defense Ms. Theresa Hitchens Director, Center for Defense Information Mr. Jeff Kueter President, George Marshall Institute 11:15 Break 12:15 Remarks: Listen to the Audio (mp3, 00:54:49) Representative Terry Everett (R-AL), House Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces | VIDEO (wmv, 37:44) Representative Jane Harman (D-CA), House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing and Terrorism Risk Assessment | VIDEO (wmv, 28:51) 13:10 Break 13:15 Policy Choices: Commerce and Space Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:19:51) Moderator: Dr. Molly Macauley Senior Fellow, Resources for the Future Mr. Shubber Ali Engagement Director, Fast Innovation and Growth, George Group Consulting Ms. Eva-Jane Lark Vice President, BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. Dr. George Nield Acting Associate Administrator, Office of Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration Mr. Pierre Chao Senior Associate, Center for Strategic and International Studies Mr. Mike Gold Corporate Counsel, Bigelow Aerospace 14:15 Remarks: Senator Wayne Allard (R-CO), Chair, Senate Space Caucus Introduction: Ambassador Roger Harrison | VIDEO (wmv, 32:37) 14:35 Break with Refreshments 15:00 Policy Choices: Space and Science, Technology Leadership, and Exploration Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:06:23) Moderator: Mr. Vincent Sabathier Director, Human Space Exploration Initiative, Center for Strategic and International Studies Dr. Scott Pace Associate Administrator, Program Analysis and Evaluation, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Dr. Robie Samanta-Roy Assistant Director for Space and Aeronautics, Office of Science and Technology Policy Dr. Joan Johnson-Freese Chair, National Security Decision-Making Department, Naval War College Mr. Frederic Nordlund Head, European Space Agency, Washington Office 16:00 Break 16:20 Synthesis Panel: Security, Commercial, and Civil Space Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:04:47) Moderator: Dr. Eligar Sadeh Associate Director, Eisenhower Center for Space and Defense Studies, United States Air Force Academy Mr. Joseph Rouge Director, National Security Space Office, Department of Defense Mr. Philip Meek Associate General Counsel, Department of the United States Air Force Dr. Bob Haffa Corporate Director, Northrop Grumman’s Analysis Center Dr. Roger Launius Chair, Division of Space History, National Air and Space Museum Friday the 8th of February 2008
February 6
India 60: The HIV/AIDS Epidemic – Building Bridges to Health and Development
Audio for Introductory Remarks and Panel 1 (mp3, 02:30:57) | Video for Introductory Remarks (wmv, 01:08:08) Audio for Panel 2 (mp3, 01:03:15) Audio for Panel 3 (mp3, 02:04:07) The South Asia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), cordially invites you to participate in a conference titled, “India 60: The HIV/AIDS Epidemic – Building Bridges to Health and Development” on February 6, 2008, from 9 A.M. till 4 P.M. CSIS’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS has been working with health policy makers and geostrategic thinkers to help the U.S. government craft an effective and sustainable response to the epidemic. It is co-chaired by Senators Russell Feingold and John Sununu, and includes prominent medical, business and scientific participants. The task force aims to build bipartisan consensus on critical U.S. policy initiatives and promote U.S. leadership in strengthening prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/AIDS in affected countries. This conference is an outgrowth of our work over the past four years on U.S. policy toward HIV/AIDS in India. We believe it is important to give the Washington audience an up-to-date assessment of India’s efforts to fight the epidemic, and a sense of how India’s work fits into the larger context of building public health and encouraging economic development. In case you have any questions, please contact Vibhuti Haté or Jeffrey Ellis in the South Asia Program. They can be reached via email at vhate@csis.org / jellis@csis.org , by phone at 202-775-3184/ 3124 and fax on 202-775-3199.
February 4
Smart Power Speaker Series with John J. Danilovich
CSIS hosted Ambassador John Danilovich, head of The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). He discussed how the MCC brought accountability and safeguards to international development aid. John Hamre, president and CEO of CSIS, introduced the speaker. This event is one of a series related to the CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level bipartisan group that recently released its final report, A Smarter, More Secure America. VIDEO (wmv 1:14:23) | AUDIO (mp3 1:14:23)
January 31
Presentation by Genaro GarcÃa Luna, Secretary of Public Security of Mexico
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 1:34:58) Since taking office on December 1, 2007, President Felipe Calderón has initiated a frontal campaign against organized crime, including drug cartels, human trafficking networks and money laundering rings. The heavily-armed drug cartels have in turn unleashed a wave of violence against Mexican law enforcement. To boost the Mexican Government’s security capability, President Calderón introduced legislation proposing to reorganize the country’s law enforcement agencies, merging them under the Secretariat of Public Security, directed by Secretary GarcÃa Luna. The Secretariat is also slated to benefit from U.S. technical assistance through the Plan Mérida initiative. Secretary GarcÃa Luna answered questions from the audience following his presentation.
January 30
Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade on "Economic Engagement with a Rising China"
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 0:51:36) Under Secretary Padilla will preview the Administration's stance on trade and economic relations with China for the coming year, focusing on responses to concerns of Congress and the general public about Chinese trade practices that affect U.S. interests. He will also discuss the challenge of strengthened economic integration with China and the need for the intelligent use of leverage given the dynamic political and economic context on both sides of the Pacific. He will answer questions from the audience after his speech. Under Secretary Padilla is responsible for leading the International Trade Administration, which participates in the development of U.S. trade policy; identifies and resolves market access and compliance issues; promotes American competitiveness and the strenth of U.S. companies in the global economy; administers U.S. trade laws; and undertakes a range of trade promotion and trade advocacy efforts. The International Trade Administration has more than 2,200 dedicated individuals posted at U.S. embassies and commercial offices around the world.
January 30
Global Space Agenda: Transforming India's Space Program
Featuring G. Madhavan Nair Chairman, Indian Space Research Organization As India enters its sixtieth year of independence, one of its national technological crown jewels- the space program- is undergoing a fundamental transformation as its focus turns outward. India's space agency, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has mroe than 40 years of experience, with capabilities in launch systems, telecommunications, and Earth Observation. Last year, India announced its intention to join Russia, the US, and China as the only nations with human spaceflight capability. Now, against the backdrop of an Asian Space Race, India is focusing its space activities outwards, both towards other nations through increased bilateral ties and international engagement as well as towards exploration of the Moon. As Indo-American economic ties boom, the relationship between the oldest and largest democracies is exploring new frontiers - including technological cooperation in a wide array of areas. With only as few months to go before the launch of India's first lunar mission - which will carry American instruments - the head of the Indian space program, Mr. G. Madhavan Nair (Chairman, ISRO; Chairman, Space Commission; Secretary, Department of Space), made his first visit to the US to strengthen bilateral ties with his American counterparts. CSIS' Space Initiatives and South Asia Programs were pleased to host Chairman Nair and ISRO to discuss the transformation and future of the Indian space program as part of our Global Space Agenda series. The CSIS Global Space Agenda is a forum for parties in current and emerging space-faring nations to discuss their progress as well as potential interest in engagement with other groups. The Global Space Agenda is intended to augment existing dialog among international partners by providing a new, neutral venue for discussion, one in which all interested sectors can communicate openly and directly with each other. Listen to the Audio (mp3, 01:02:33) | Video (01:02:33 wmv) | Transcript (pdf)
January 28
Statesmen's Forum: His Excellency Lulzim Basha Foreign Minister of Albania
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 0:49:43) | Video (00:53:49 wmv) | Transcript (pdf) The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion with Lulzim Basha, the foreign minister of Albania, on Albania’s hopes for NATO membership and Kosovo’s status. Stephen Flanagan, senior vice president of CSIS, introduced Minister Basha and moderated the question-and-answer session.
January 26
U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates
U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates spoke at a CSIS event about the need for "increasing the capacity of America's civilian tools of statecraft and for better integrating them with the hard power of our military." AUDIO (00:39:38, mp3) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf)
January 25
Venezuela Forum: The Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 1:15:50) Elsa Cardozo, Professor, School of International Studies, Universidad Central de Venezuela and Director, School of Liberal Studies, Universidad Metropolitana; Javier Corrales, Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science, Amherst College; and MarÃa Teresa Romero, Professor, School of International Studies, Universidad Central de Venezuela discussed Venezuela's foreign policy and foreign relations. Following their presentations, they answered questions from the public.
January 24
Goldwater-Nichols: A Critical Look
SIS’s International Security Program hosted a conference for prominent defense experts to voice their continued concerns over Goldwater- Nichols and its unintended consequences. Twenty-one years after the passage of the most cited defense reform in US history, this conference will inform future defense reform or broader national security reform efforts with its presentation of alternative viewpoints. AGENDA Audio for Introductions and Panel 1 (mp3, 1:40:53) 08:30-08:50 Welcoming remarks and introductions Before Goldwater-Nichols to Beyond Goldwater-Nichols Dr. Stephen Flanagan Kissinger Chair in National Security, and Director of International Security Program, CSIS Ms. Kathleen Hicks Senior Fellow, International Security Program, CSIS 08:50-10:05 Panel 1 Does the Military Provide Adequate Advice to the Commander in Chief and Congress? Moderator: Ms. Christine Wormuth Senior Fellow, International Security Program, CSIS 10:05-10:15 Break Audio for Panel 2 (mp3, 1:07:21) 10:15-11:30 Panel 2 Lessons Learned from Iraq & Afghanistan: Assessing "Jointness" at the Operational and Strategic Level Moderator: Dr. Clark Murdock Senior Adviser, International Security Program, CSIS 11:30-11:45 Lunch Audio for Panel 3 (mp3, 1:03:30) Panel 3 11:45-13:00 Who Should Manage Acquisition? Who Should Decide Military Requirements? Moderator: Mr. David J. Berteau Senior Associate, CSIS 13:00 Adjourn
January 24
A discussion with Imran Khan
The South Asia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in partnership with the Asia Society cordially hosted a discussion session with Mr. Imran Khan, Chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Party, titled "Pakistan’s Political Future: An Alternative Perspective". Mr. Imran Khan, a former cricket legend and now a vociferous political opponent of President Musharraf will share his insights about the rapidly evolving political scene in Pakistan and offer practical solutions to break the ongoing political impasse to facilitate the transition to democracy. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party is boycotting the upcoming legislative election scheduled for February 18th and Mr. Khan has called for the resignation of President Musharraf. VIDEO (wmv, 01:17:36) | AUDIO (mp3, 01:17:36) | TRANSCRIPT
January 23
An Insider's Look at the 17th CPC National Congress
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 1:15:28) Vice Minister Li Zhongjie, Deputy Director of the Party History Research Center of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Member of the drafting group for the CPC Secretary-General Hu Jintao's work report delivered to 17th National Congress, delivered a speech entitled "An Insider's Look at the 17th CPC National Congress". The Honorable J. Stapleton Roy, Former U.S. Ambassador to China, introduced Professor Li. Mr. Charles Freeman, the Director for Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, moderated the session.
January 18
Transatlantic Briefing with Hugh Roberts
The CSIS Europe Program hosted a Transatlantic Briefing with Hugh Roberts, former Director of the North Africa Project at the International Crisis Group. Dr. Roberts discussed the topic of "Muslim Alienation, Violence, and the Problem of Identity Politics in Europe Today." AUDIO (mp3, 01:25:39)
January 18
Innovation and Education: Are we investing
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 2:22:27) The National Academies “Rising above the Gathering Storm” devoted an entire chapter to “What Actions Should America Take in K–12 Science and Mathematics Education to Remain Prosperous in the 21st Century?” and concluded, “The competitiveness of US knowledge industries will be purchased largely in the K–12 classroom.” On January 18th, 2008, ASTRA and CSIS will sponsor a discussion that will critically examine the role of education in driving innovation. We will also review how well American students are doing relative to their peers in other nations. Our objective is to shed a little light on this highly complex area to find out where we appear to be doing well and where we need to consider changing to improve our education outcomes.
January 17
Building Stability in North Africa: Prospects and Challenges
North Africa is emerging as a pivotal region in global affairs. As a major energy supplier and key front on the global war on terror, developments in North Africa have a significant impact on regional as well as global trends. Opportunities for constructive engagement abound, yet legitimate concerns about long term stability remain unanswered. To explore these challenges and opportunities, as well as examine key questions influencing long term stability, CSIS will host a one day conference entitled “Building Stability in North Africa: Prospects and Challenges.” We will use the event to explore a number of issues facing the states of the region individually and collectively and draw on a diverse range of experts from a broad scope of disciplines. AGENDA 9:00 a.m. Introduction Jon Alterman, CSIS Middle East Program Panel One: Political Trends and Strategies Audio for Introduction and Panel One (mp3, 1:19.31) Speakers: John Entelis, Fordham University Malika Zeghal, University of Chicago Moderator: Jon Alterman, CSIS Middle East Program 10:30 a.m. Panel Two: TheWar on Terror: Local Threat or Global Menace? Audio for Panel Two (mp3, 1:20:10) Speakers: Hugh Roberts, independent consultant Lianne Kennedy-Boudali, Rand Corporation Moderator: Haim Malka, CSIS Middle East Program 12:00 p.m. Lunch and Panel Three: Economic Opportunities and Challenges Audio for Panel Three (mp3, 1:17:07) Speakers: Elizabeth Dibble, U.S. Department of State John Drowley, Eli Lilly and Co. Moderator: Mona Yacoubian, United States Institue of Peace 2:00 p.m. Panel Four: Scenarios for the Future Audio for Panel Four (mp3, 1:08:31) Speakers: Claire Spencer, Chatham House Haizam Amirah-Fernandez, Real Instituto Elcano Moderator: Daniel Brumberg, Georgetown University 3:30 p.m. Adjourn
January 16
Military Strategy Forum 2008 & Smart Power Speaker Series Present Adm. James Stavridis, USN Commander United States Southern Command
Reception Welcome and Introductory Remarks Dr. John J. Hamre President and CEO Center for Strategic and International Studies Presentation Moderator Dr. Stephen Flanagan Senior Vice President and Director International Security Program Center for Strategic and International Studies Guest Speaker Admiral James G. Stavridis Commander United States Southern Command Question and Answers Forum Concludes Audio (mp3 00:56:42) | Video (wmv 00:56:47)
January 16
Kenya: Assessing the Political and Humanitarian Crisis
with: Mark Bellamy, Visiting Fellow, CSIS Africa Program Jennifer Cooke, Co-Director, CSIS Africa Program David Throup, Senior Associate, CSIS Burkard Oberle, Kenya Country Director, World Food Programme Other Kenyan speakers to be announced! With the political situation in Kenya at an impasse, persistent insecurity threatens to plunge the country into a deeper humanitarian and economic crisis. CSIS experts, along with colleagues from Kenya and the World Food Program, will discuss the political and humanitarian dimensions of the conflict in Kenya, as well as the diplomatic efforts being undertaken to consolidate peace. AUDIO (mp3, 1:54:27) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf) For more on this topic please go to the January 10, 2008 Kenya: A Post-Election Assessment event.
January 14
Top of the Agenda
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense Paul McHale spoke candidly about NORTHCOM and the future of the Homeland Defense mission. Attendance at this event was by invitation only. AUDIO (mp3, 1:22:49)
January 14
Smart Power Speaker Series with Henry Crumpton
CSIS hosted Henry A. Crumpton, the Ambassador-at-Large for counterterrorism at the Department of State. He discussed the importance of ambassadors in the field in winning this new war against asymmetrical threats and the need for diplomatic relations at global, regional, national, and local levels. John Hamre, president and CEO of CSIS, introduced the speakers. This event is one of a series related to the CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level bipartisan group that recently released its final report, A Smarter, More Secure America. C-Span was on hand to film this event, in addition to the CSIS audio and video posted below one can watch CSPAN event coverage (01:20:30 real player). VIDEO (wmv 1:19:36) | AUDIO (mp3 1:19:34) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf)
January 10
Report launch for "Towards a Grand Strategy for an Uncertain World"
The CSIS Europe and International Security Programs, in partnership with the Noaber Foundation, hosted the launch of "Towards a Grand Strategy for an Uncertain World: Renewing the Transatlantic Partnership," a new report authored by Gen. Dr. Klaus Naumann (Germany), Gen. John Shalikashvili (United States), Field Marshal The Lord Inge (United Kingdom), Adm. Jacques Lanxade (France), and Gen. Henk van den Breemen (the Netherlands), with Benjamin Bilski and Douglas Murray. The event also featured commentary by Robert E. Hunter, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO. In the report, these five distinguished military leaders consider the complexity of emerging global security challenges and the capabilities of existing institutions to address them. They conclude that dealing with these challenges requires a new transatlantic grand strategy that ensures a better integration of military and non-military capabilities. They argue that a transformed NATO, working closely with the European Union, should serve as the core element of a future security architecture. The group advances a number of near- and longer-term proposals to enhance NATO and transatlantic unity of effort. They advocate replacing the two-pillar concept of U.S.-European relations with an alliance of democracies ranging from Finland to Alaska. AUDIO (02:12:47 mp3) | REPORT (pdf)
January 9
Ukraine and the West at the Start of 2008
Featuring: William Taylor, U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Chair: Steven Pifer, Senior Adviser, Russia and Eurasia Program, CSIS The CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program hosted a talk by U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor on the current situation in Ukraine and the country’s developing relationship with the West. Ambassador Taylor’s talk can be heard using the link below. AUDIO (01:13:46 mp3)
January 3
CSIS Press Briefing: President’s Middle East Trip
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) held a briefing for members of the media regarding the President’s upcoming trip to the Middle East. The briefing was delivered by: CSIS Middle East Program Director, Jon Alterman. CSIS Arleigh Burke Chair in Strategy, Anthony Cordesman. AUDIO (01:06:39 mp3) | VIDEO (01:06:39 wmv) | TRANSCRIPT (pdf)
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