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The Defense360 microsite is the home for research conducted by experts from the CSIS International Security Program (ISP). Defense360 features reliable, nonpartisan analysis and commentary from ISP experts on key elements of national security policy including strategy, budget, forces, acquisition, and reform. This analysis informs policymakers' decisions on the threats and opportunities shaping U.S. interests at home and abroad.
In addition to commentary and analysis, the microsite features Defense360 Series, collections of timely research that address the most pressing questions in national security and provide recommendations for a way forward. Current series include research on defense reform, the outlook for the defense sector, and the presidential transition and its implications on national security.
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Making Innovation Great
Report by Andrew Philip Hunter — January 11, 2017

The Enduring Dilemma of Overseas Contingency Operations Funding
Report by Todd Harrison — January 11, 2017

Confirmation Hearing Questions Beyond Headlines
Report by John Schaus — January 10, 2017

Afghanistan: Renewed Resolve is Needed
Report by Kristina Obecny — January 4, 2017

A Winning Counterterrorism Strategy
Report by Kristen R. Hajduk — January 4, 2017

Strengthening the Counter-ISIS Strategy
Report by Melissa Dalton — January 4, 2017

Time for Nuclear Straight Talk: Words Matter, and So Do Deeds
Report by Rebecca Hersman — January 4, 2017

Special Operations Forces: Let SOF be SOF
Report by Kristen R. Hajduk — December 21, 2016

Winning the Invisible Fight: The Need for Spectrum Superiority
Report by W.R. Alan Dayton — December 21, 2016

Missile Defense: Time to Go Big
Report by Tom Karako — December 21, 2016
