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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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Nuclear Forces: Restore the Primacy of Deterrence
Report by Tom Karako — December 12, 2016

Addition by Subtraction: Reviewing and Reducing Requirements to Increase Readiness
Report by Micah Murphy — December 12, 2016

Rebuilding Military Forces: Needed, but in Phases
Report by Mark F. Cancian — December 9, 2016

U.S. Leadership in an Era of Great Power Competition
Report by John Schaus — December 7, 2016

Realizing "Peace Through Strength"
Report by Kathleen H. Hicks — December 7, 2016

Revising Strategy Documents
Report by Mark F. Cancian — August 31, 2016

Reflections: The Role and Importance of the National Security Advisor
Report by Stephen J. Hadley — August 24, 2016

Lengthening the Tenure of the Chairman and Vice Chairman
Report by Mark F. Cancian — August 22, 2016

Operational Authorities for Joint Chiefs of Staff
Report by Mark F. Cancian — August 1, 2016

Reducing the Number of Guard/Reserve General/Flag Officers by 25 Percent
Report by Mark F. Cancian — July 27, 2016
