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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  • Program Manager, Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative and Outreach Manager, International Security Program
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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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Keeping the U.S. Military Engine Edge: Budget and Contract Trends

The United States leads the world in military aircraft engine development. However, the Department of Defense must make significant decisions moving forward to retain this advantage in an era of renewed competition.

Brief by Gregory Sanders and Nicholas Velazquez — October 31, 2022

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‘Integrated Deterrence’ Is Not So Bad

Integrated deterrence—which is central to the 2022 National Defense Strategy—serves as a reminder that convincing an adversary not to cross a given red line should be done with the rest of the U.S. government, as well as with allies and partners.

Commentary by Kathleen McInnis — October 27, 2022

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

We’ll See You Next Week!

The Smart Women, Smart Power podcast is taking a fall break this week to refresh and recharge. We’ll see you next week!

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — October 26, 2022

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PONI 2022 Fall Conference

The CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues hosted 2022 Fall Conference, featuring a keynote address as well as presentations from emerging nuclear experts covering topics such as nuclear policy and strategies, arms control and proliferation challenges, technology and capabilities, and deterrence.

Event — October 25, 2022

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The United Kingdom’s Role in the World

The turbulence that enveloped the United Kingdom in the last few weeks highlights the challenges facing the country. Britain desperately needs to find its role in the world, and it is in Washington’s interest to help this ally to find the right fit.

Commentary by Michael J. Williams — October 20, 2022

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