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On China, Minerals, and Power Competition

African leaders are at a crossroads along the U.S.-China axis of partnership as they evaluate governance of the mining sector and long-term economic development.

Commentary by Christian Géraud Neema Byamungu — December 12, 2022

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On China, Minerals, and Power Competition

African leaders are at a crossroads along the U.S.-China axis of partnership as they evaluate governance of the mining sector and long-term economic development.

Commentary by Christian Géraud Neema Byamungu — December 12, 2022

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

The 2022 National Defense Strategy

Dr. Mara E. Karlin, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans, and Capabilities talks about the newly released 2022 National Defense Strategy.

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — November 16, 2022

CSIS Smart Women, Smart Power

A World in Crisis: The “Winter Wars” of 2022–2023

In this analysis, the Emeritus Chair in Strategy examines broadly the world’s potential wars and crises, as well as reflects on the current sources of tension between the major powers.

Report by Anthony H. Cordesman and Paul Cormarie — November 15, 2022

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Into Africa

AFRICOM and the Triple Nexus

Mvemba is joined by Ambassador Andrew Young, Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement of U.S. Africa Command. 

Podcast Episode by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele — November 11, 2022

CSIS Into Africa

NATO Force Planning and the Impact of the Ukraine War

In this analysis, the Emeritus Chair in Strategy has prepared a short commentary examining NATO force planning priorities and the need for a new net assessment.

Commentary by Anthony H. Cordesman and Paul Cormarie — October 24, 2022

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Major Powers and Strategic Partners: A Graphic Net Assessment

The Emeritus Chair in Strategy has developed a graphic net assessment in the economic, civil, technological, and military strength of the United States, selected strategic partners, China, and Russia.

Commentary by Anthony H. Cordesman — October 18, 2022

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The CNO’s Navigation Plan for 2022: A Critique

The Emeritus Chair in Strategy at CSIS has issued a detailed critique that addresses seven major areas of weakness and omissions in the new CNO Navigation Plan for 2022.

Report by Anthony H. Cordesman — September 8, 2022

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Policy Brief Launch: Solving Food Insecurity Among U.S. Veterans and Military Families

Food insecurity among U.S. veterans and military families is a national security concern that impacts readiness, retention, and recruitment. What can policymakers do to better support the long-term health and well-being of past, current, and future military families?

Event by Caitlin Welsh , Christopher Reid , Danielle Ngo , Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA) , Margaret Kabat , and Anne Marie Dougherty — June 7, 2022

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