Space

U.S. officials are meeting their Indian counterparts for the annual U.S.-India 2+2 summit. The summit is crucial for furthering the bilateral partnership and allowing the two countries to navigate an increasingly complex global geopolitical climate.

Visiting Fellow Laura Delgado López discusses the space-related implications of the BRICS+ expansion, especially as the United States seeks to lead the development of new space norms.

On August 3, General Richardson discussed how SOUTHCOM is approaching challenges facing this strategic region, including the People’s Republic of China’s growing presence and influence; counternarcotics operations; maritime domain awareness; space; and more. 

The Space Force Fiscal Year 2024 budget request saw the highest growth of any military service. Kari Bingen examines how well it reflects defense strategy and leadership priorities as part of a compilation of views assembled by the National Security Space Association.

Japan is undergoing major defense policy reforms to manage an increasingly complex security environment. Heino Klinck outlines near-term priorities for Japan including the acquisition of strike capabilities and improving military readiness.

Japan and the United States are strengthening security cooperation to manage multiple challenges in Asia. Isobe Koichi recommends ways to strengthen command and control structures, bilateral exercises, and information sharing under the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Japan is stepping up to help build a regional security architecture in the Indo-Pacific. Lisa Curtis explores how Japan can further its efforts to strengthen deterrence and maintaina rules-based order.

A more integrated and efficient command and control (C2) structure between Japan and the United States would dramatically strengthen deterrence. Mark Montgomery assesses C2 options for the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Japan’s new defense strategy prioritizes new capabilities in the space domain. Suzuki Kazuto summarizes challenges and opportunities for Japan’s space security policy going forward.