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In a shifting world order, maintaining strong relationships with allies and partners is key for geopolitical power. CSIS scholars research how to form comprehensive partnerships to achieve U.S. and allied global policy goals.

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The Ukrainian Defense Industry and Europe’s Untapped Arsenal

Max and Maria welcome back Elina Ribakova to discuss her latest piece in Foreign Affairs, exploring the Ukrainian defense industry and its potential capacity to help Europe secure its own defense. 

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, and Elina Ribakova  — April 30, 2026

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Victor Cha

Victor Cha

President, Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department and Korea Chair
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Max Bergmann

Director, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program and Stuart Center
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Seth G. Jones

President, Defense and Security Department; Harold Brown Chair
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Jon B. Alterman

Zbigniew Brzezinski Chair in Global Security and Geostrategy
Jerry McGinn

Jerry McGinn

Director, Center for the Industrial Base and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department
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Alek Jovovic

Deputy Director, Center for the Industrial Base and Senior Fellow, Defense and Security Department

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The Ukrainian Defense Industry and Europe’s Untapped Arsenal

Max and Maria welcome back Elina Ribakova to discuss her latest piece in Foreign Affairs, exploring the Ukrainian defense industry and its potential capacity to help Europe secure its own defense. 

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, and Elina Ribakova  — April 30, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves – Disruption, Disasters, and Dynamics

John and Monica discuss how the Iran war is affecting the region, recent natural disasters, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific.

This episode was recorded on April 28, 2026. 

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Monica Sato — April 30, 2026

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Evolving Southeast Asian Perspectives of the United States with Adrian Ang

This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Dr. Adrian Ang to discuss regional perceptions of the United States in the aftermath of the ongoing conflict with Iran. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from Prabowo’s international engagements to regional shifts in biofuel production.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Lauren Mai, Japhet Quitzon, and Elina Noor — April 24, 2026

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NATO’S Hidden Dividend and the Avoidable Cost of U.S. Withdrawal

NATO was designed to do more than provide security, it built deep economic integration that has become one of its least appreciated strengths. The economic gains are large, durable, and, in many cases, effectively self-financing relative to the costs of membership.

Commentary by Philip Luck, Karen Jackson , and Oleksandr Shepotylo — April 22, 2026

A New Generation Looks to the Moon: Perspectives on Artemis

For a generation born after the Apollo 17 mission in 1972, it represents not just a technical milestone, but a defining moment—a generation's first lived experience of the United States' renewed push into deep space.

Commentary by Clayton Swope, Chantal Li, and Jack Seay — April 17, 2026

International Collaboration Took the United States Back to the Moon

Artemis II was more than a U.S. mission—it was a global effort. The success of U.S. lunar exploration depends on sustaining international partnerships that provide essential capabilities, legitimacy, and long-term leadership in space.

Commentary by Lauryn Williams — April 17, 2026

Southeast Asia Radio

Domestic Politics Updates in Malaysia with Asrul Sani

This week, Greg is joined by Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani to discuss the latest updates from Malaysian domestic politics in the aftermath of a “corporate mafia” political scandal. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest, from Myanmar’s leadership changes to tech investments in Thailand.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, Lauren Mai, and Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani — April 9, 2026

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The Impossible State

The BTS Homecoming: Does Korea's Soft Power Work?

In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha moderated a discussion with Dr. Jinaeng Choi and Timothy Martin to discuss the recent BTS comeback concert, how Korean culture around the world can impact Korea's soft power, how it may influence global audiences, and more. 

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha, Jinaeng Choi , and Timothy Martin — April 8, 2026

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How the Iran War and the Price of Oil Impact the Kremlin's Calculus

Max and Maria are joined by Hanna Notte and Janis Kluge for a deep dive on how the Iran war and turmoil in global energy markets continue to impact Russian foreign policy.

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, Hanna Notte, and Janis Kluge — April 2, 2026

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