International Security Program

The CSIS International Security Program (ISP) is a constant source of reliable analysis on the international security and defense landscape, particularly with growing competition between the United States and such countries as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea

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Learn more about the CSIS International Security Program, our goals, and our primary areas of research.

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Meet our network of experts, staff, and non-resident affiliates who contribute to our analysis.

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The CSIS International Security Program leads a rigorous analytic agenda covering the most pressing challenges facing the U.S. globally. Our research projects range from multi-year reports to short commentaries and opinion pieces on breaking news. Explore our various research projects here.

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  • Alexis Day
  • Program Manager, Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative and Outreach Manager, International Security Program
  • aday@csis.org

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One Year Later: Assessing Russia’s War In Ukraine

Presented by International Security Program
February 17, 2023 • 10:00 – 11:00 am EST

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Innovation for Resilience

Resilience is important for mitigating emerging risks with greater agility, but the associated implications, costs, and needed reforms are not as clearly understood. This CSIS study examines U.S. government efforts aimed at improving national resilience.

Report by Suzanne Spaulding , Emily Harding , Hadeil Ali , Joseph Majkut , Harshana Ghoorhoo , Morgan Higman , Devi Nair , Naz Subah , and Sophia Barkoff — March 23, 2023

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Strategy and Statecraft Fellowship

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is proud to launch the inaugural year of its Strategy and Statecraft Fellowship. This exclusive, world-class program will convene a cohort of emerging leaders to build a group of leaders capable of forging new strategic insights that connect across traditional fields of expertise.

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Strategy and Statecraft Fellowship

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U.S.-China Competition in a Fractured World

In a year-long program, Strategy and Statecraft Seminar Fellows will engage with world-leading experts and policy practitioners to understand more deeply the changes taking place in today’s world and the way policymakers in Washington and other foreign capitals perceive the situation.

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Maritime Security Dialogue: Naval Aviation Update

Join CSIS and USNI for a Maritime Security Dialogue Celebration commemorating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier. This event will be held on July 13, 2022 at 3 pm ET at the U.S. Naval Institute's Jack C. Taylor Conference Center.

Event by Seth G. Jones , VADM Kenneth Whitesell, USN , RADM James Downey, USN , RADM Andrew Loiselle, USN , and CDR Ward Carroll, USN (Ret.) (moderator) — July 13, 2022

Security Assistance to Ukraine: The State Department’s Role

The CSIS Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy hosted a conversation on the State Department's role in providing security assistance to Ukraine.

Event by Eliot A. Cohen , Dr. Dafna H. Rand , Ambassador Todd D. Robinson , Jessica Lewis , and Kathryn Insley — July 13, 2022

Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

“Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”: An Insider’s View

Kathleen McInnis sat down with Shelly O’Neill Stoneman, Senior Vice President of Government Relations for BAE Systems, Inc, for a conversation on her incredible career. 

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — July 13, 2022

CSIS Smart Women, Smart Power

Book Event: America’s Great-Power Opportunity

In his new book, Ali Wyne draws on three years of intense research and dozens of interviews that he conducted in 2020—including with many individuals who now serve in the Biden administration—to examine “great-power competition” as a framework for orienting U.S. foreign policy.

Event by Kathleen McInnis and Ali Wyne — July 5, 2022

The San Antonio Tragedy Was Sadly Not Uncommon

With human trafficking risks rising around the world, it is important to seek innovative solutions through collaborative partnerships between states, UN agencies, and the private sector.

Commentary by Marie McAuliffe and Céline Bauloz — June 30, 2022

Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Rescuing Heroes: The White Helmets in Syria

Erin Clancy, Public Policy Manager for Strategic Response Policy at Meta and Kathleen discussed Erin’s involvement in rescuing the White Helmets out of Syria in 2018.

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — June 29, 2022

CSIS Smart Women, Smart Power

National Security and Artificial Intelligence: Global Trends and Challenges

On June 28 from 4:00 - 6:00pm, please join the CSIS International Security Program for an event on "National Security and Artificial Intelligence: Global Trends and Challenges."

Event by Jake Harrington , Paul “PJ” Maykish , David Spirk , Neil Serebryany , Margaret Palmieri , and Yevgeniya "Jane" Pinelis — June 28, 2022

Latest Ukraine Package: More Artillery and the Beginnings of a New Navy

The recently announced aid package to Ukraine provides patrol boats and continues to strengthen Ukrainian artillery. However, both the patrol boats’ limited capabilities and a lack of conventional munitions for HIMARS reduce the package’s impact.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian — June 27, 2022

Ukrainian Refugees: Forced Displacement Response Goes Fully Digital

Digital tools are being used at historic levels for refugee assistance and protection services to Ukrainian refugees. What are the benefits and risks of deploying digital technologies at each stage of a refugee’s journey?

Report by Lauren Burke , Catherine Nzuki , Erol Yayboke , and Anastasia Strouboulis — June 23, 2022

Aid to Ukraine Requires Increased Oversight

The size and scope of U.S. aid to Ukraine is increasing—and with it, the need for oversight and accountability. Any corruption in handling this aid would undermine the bipartisan support that the aid has received. A special inspector general may be needed.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian — June 17, 2022