Security Studies
2024 NESA-AFRICOM The Impact of the Changing Nature of Security on the Region Workshop
From 24–28 June 2024, the NESA Center, in partnership with U.S. Africa Command, held a focused workshop with 35 participants in Casablanca, Morocco, on"The Impact of the Changing Nature of Security on the Region." The senior government and civilian security experts came from seven countries to...
2024 Security Opportunities in the MENA Region Seminar
From 19–23 August 2024, the Near East South Asia (NESA) Center for Strategic Studies hosted a five-day seminar titled "Security Opportunities in the MENA Region" and was held in Washington, D.C.The event included 19 participants from 11 countries and provided a venue for partners to listen,...
2024 Silk Road Future Leaders Seminar
From 13–17 May 2024, the NESA Center for Strategic Studies hosted an informative Silk Road Future Leaders Seminar focused on the theme,"Security Implications of Climate Change."The seminar, held at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C., brought together the next generation of young military officers...
2024 Tunisian National Defense Institute National Security Seminar
From 16–24 April 2024, the Near East South Asia (NESA) Center for Strategic Studies, in partnership with U.S. Africa Command, held its annual Tunisian National Defense Institute (TNDI) National Security Seminar for 45 senior government officials from 14 Tunisian agencies, as well as the...
2025 Lebanese Armed Forces Seminar
From 7–11 April 2025, the Near East South Asia (NESA) Center for Strategic Studies hosted a seminar titled “The United States, Lebanon, and Security Challenges and Opportunities” at National Defense University (NDU) in Washington, D.C. The program was designed to provide an academic setting in...
2025 Tunisian National Defense Institute Security Seminar
From 9–16 April 2025, Professor Anne Moisan from the Near East South Asia (NESA) Center for Strategic Studies, in partnership with U.S. Africa Command, led the annual Tunisian National Defense Institute (TNDI) National Security Seminar for 52 Ministry of Defense senior government officials...
2nd San Diego Process: The Quad Critical & Emerging Technology Forum
From 19–21 August 2024, the University of Tokyo hosted the second “San Diego Process” (SDP) in Tokyo, Japan with representatives of the Quadrilateral states for a discussion of critical and emerging technologies. Partners in the effort included the National Security College of the Australian...
47th Issue of per Concordiam
The Marshall Center is pleased to announce the publication of the47th issue ofper Concordiam(Volume 12, Issue 3, 2023) with a focus on“Strategic Deterrence and Arms Control."Congratulations to both of our alumni contributors, including Mr. Martin Verrier (Argentina, CNIT 15-14) and Col....
47th Issue of per Concordiam
The Marshall Center is pleased to announce the publication of the47th issue ofper Concordiam(Volume 12, Issue 3, 2023) with a focus on“Strategic Deterrence and Arms Control."Congratulations to both of our alumni contributors, including Mr. Martin Verrier (Argentina, CNIT 15-14) and Col....
A Climate Resilience Toolkit for Security in Big Ocean Small State Islands
The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies Security Nexus journal has a new perspective titled “A Climate Resilience Toolkit for Security Practitioners and National Policy Recommendations for Big Ocean Small State (BOSS) Islands.” This publication, authored by DKI APCSS...
A New Nexus Paper Calls for Strategic Clarity in U.S.-China Relations
A Security Nexus paper by Army War College Fellow, Lt. Col. Jeffrey C. Higgins, argues for the urgent need for Strategic Clarity in the U.S.’s approach to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) amid intensifying global power competition. Titled “Strategic Clarity: An Argument for Effective...
A New Security Nexus Perspective Explore How The Philippines and Vietnam are Uniting Against Maritime Coercion
In response to persistent maritime coercion from China, the Philippines and Vietnam are reinforcing their strategies to protect territorial integrity and uphold international maritime laws. This development is detailed in the recent Security Nexus Perspective “Coercion in the Maritime Domain:...
A New Security Nexus Perspective on Bangladesh’s Future Path
Dr. Srini Sitaramanhas authored a new Security Nexus paper titled“Bangladesh: Quo Vadis—the Way Forward.”This insightful analysis delves into the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh, highlighting the collapse of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government, the military’s intervention, and...
A Security Nexus Perspective on The Strength of Allyship
Dr. James M. Minnich, Colonel U.S. Army retired and professor at DKI APCSS, has released a Security Nexus perspective paper titled “The Strength of Allyship: Cultivating Belonging for Team Success.” This paper originates from a speech delivered at the 10th Annual Women, Peace, and Security...
A Security Nexus Report Article Focusing on Artificial Intelligence for Security Practitioners
Major Brent Feller, United States Air Force Military Professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS), published a new report article for Security Nexus that explores the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT to assist security...
Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific
Richa Parikh’s article, “Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific: Implications for Gender Equality, Economic Development, and Women in Fiji,” explores how workplace sexual harassment in the Pacific, particularly in Fiji, undermines gender equality and economic development. Despite...
Air War College Seminar – Washington Program
On 23 June 2022, the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies (NESA Center) hosted 52 international fellows and faculty from the Air War College at Fort McNair in Washington, DC. The students were briefed by NESA Center Professor Dr. Gawdat Bahgat and NESA Center Academic Dean Dr....
Bailey Selected as the New Deputy Director at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies
Honolulu – Russell Bailey has been selected as the new deputy director of the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies. A seasoned professional, Bailey has extensive executive-level service at the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, the Joint Staff, U.S....
Building Climate Resilience in Small Island Developing States: Partnerships for Adaption in the Indian Ocean Region
The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies recently hosted a workshop on “Building Climate Resilience in Small Island Developing States (SIDS): Partnerships for Adaption in the Indian Ocean Region” from Sept. 9 to 12 in Vihamanaafushi, North Male Atoll, Maldives. The...
Building Whole of Society Resilience
Looking at ways to counter global hybrid threats and malign influence was the focus of a workshop on “Building Whole of Society Resilience” held June 24-27 in Honolulu. The three-day workshop, hosted by the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies and the George C. Marshall...
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CSAG Information Paper: "China and Russia: Competition for Afghanistan"
Subject:China and Russia: Competition for Afghanistan (AFG) Purpose: The aim of this paper is to present CSAG’s analysis of competition between Russia and China for agreements and strategies for the Central Asian Heartland. Read the full paper here View other USCENTCOM Combined Strategic...
CSAG Strategy Paper: "The Soviet-sounding New Foreign Policy of Russia"
Overview: On March 31, President Putin announced an updated concept of Russian foreign policy.The previous document has been in effect since November 30, 2016. The Russian government is adapting its foreign policy assumptions to the changed situation due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and the...
Faculty Publication: Dr. Gawdat Bahgat authors Chapter 10 in the book "The Arab Gulf States and Iran: The Roots and Manifestations of Rivalry in the Gulf Regional System"
On 6 June,theArab Center for Research and Policy Studies at theDoha Institute published the book"The Arab Gulf States and Iran: The Roots and Manifestations of Rivalry in the Gulf Regional System" (in Arabic). The book includes thirteen studies, all of which focus on the issue of the relationship...
Alumni Publication: "6+6 Commission is almost dead; 5 scenarios, including war, for Libya" by Dr. Mustafa Fetouri
On 22 June, Middle East Monitor (MEMO) published NESA Center alumDr. Mustafa Fetouri's Op-Ed"6+6 Commission is almost dead; 5 scenarios, including war, for Libya." "In his briefing to the UN Security Council he appeared to, quietly, announce the death of 6+6 Commission.It will be interesting to...
Alumni Publication: "Navigating Afghanistan’s Complex Path Towards Freedom and Inclusion" by Mustafa Aryan
On 23 June,Salzburg Global Seminar published NESA Center alumMustafa Aryan's latest piece"Navigating Afghanistan’s Complex Path Towards Freedom and Inclusion." This op-ed is part of a series, written by Salzburg Global Fellows and speakers of the Salzburg Global Weekend, with the theme "...
Alumni Publication: "The Taliban’s Unsustainable War on Drugs" by Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
On 27 June, The Diplomat published NESA Center alumnaShanthie Mariet D’Souza'slatest Op-Ed"The Taliban’s Unsustainable War on Drugs." "Afghanistan’s opiate economy is unlikely to be disrupted by a one-off campaign of crop destruction in a handful of provinces." Read the full article here...
Alumni Publication: "Society Needs to Use Religion to Counter Extremism" by Charani Patabendige
On 29 June,International Policy Digest published NESA Center alumnaCharani Patabendige's latest Op-Ed"Society Needs to Use Religion to Counter Extremism." "Harnessing the true tenets of religion is key to fostering a unified front against extremism. A multi-faceted approach involving various...
CSAG Strategy Paper: “The Hardest 'Soft' Approach on the Yemeni Crisis: An Opportunity to Retake the Initiative in the Middle East”
Overview: Armed conflicts, across human history, brought unquantifiable loss of fortune, lives, and cultural diversity, effectively stalling, nullifying, or even reversing civilization progress, in countless occasions. This paper aims to clear the “fog of war” that is covering Yemen and the...
Alumni Publication: "Empowerment and Challenges: New Media and New Spaces for Women in Times of Conflict" by Mai Aglan
On 13 March 2023, The Humanist Magazine published NESA Center alumna Mai Aglan's article "Empowerment and Challenges: New Media and New Spaces for Women in Times of Conflict"(in Arabic). The article seeks to answer a number of questions about the nature of the role played by social media within...
Alumni Publication: "Al-Qaida and the Taliban in Afghanistan: Information Blackhole and Strategic (Mis)communication" by Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
On 05 July 2023, The Diplomat published NESA Center alumnaShanthie Mariet D’Souza's article"Al-Qaida and the Taliban in Afghanistan: Information Blackhole and Strategic (Mis)communication." "U.S. and U.N. estimates about al-Qaida’s strength and position in Afghanistan differ. Sorting out the...
Alumni Publication: "A new security culture in the Middle East" by Eman Ragab
On 11 July 2023, Ahram Online published NESA Center alumna Eman Ragab's article "A new security culture in the Middle East." "The last seven years have given rise to a number of new frameworks and mechanisms for security in the region." Read the full article here About the Author...
CSAG Strategy Paper: "A Look into the Origins of Russian Strategic Culture"
Overview: Russia’s worldview is shaped by its strategic culture. Certain periods in history have a significant meaning in forming its strategic culture. These periods have influenced how Russians think about strong leaders, why autocracy is seen as a better option over democracy, why corruption...
CSAG Information Paper: "Pirates of the Middle East Gulfs"
Subject: Pirates of the Middle East Gulfs Purpose: This paper aims to present the CSAG’s analysis regarding how Iran is using a calculated provocative approach, to enhance their bargaining power by creating leverage during negotiations, to achieve what is in Iran’s best interest. Read the...
Alumni Publication: "The Cost of Uzbekistan’s ‘Pragmatic’ Taliban Policy" by Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
On 22 July 2023, The Diplomat published NESA Center alumnaShanthie Mariet D’Souza's Op-Ed "The Cost of Uzbekistan’s ‘Pragmatic’ Taliban Policy." "Tashkent’s approach to the Taliban has shifted over the years, with the latest swing moving it toward more direct engagement," writesD’Souza. Read...
Alumni Publication: "US–India defence and technology cooperation" by Antoine Levesques
On 20 July 2023, TheInternational Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) published NESA Center alumAntoine Levesques' analysis"US–India defence and technology cooperation." "A U.S. decision to transfer jet-engine technology to India will bolster the United States’ Indo-Pacific strategy while...
Alumni Publication: "ANALYSIS: Pakistan’s deepening woes in Balochistan" by Shanthie Mariet D'Souza and Bibhu Prasad Routray
On 20 July 2023, Mantraya published NESA Center alumnaShanthie Mariet D'Souza's co-authored analysis on "Pakistan's deepening woes in Balochistan." "Pakistan is facing an uphill task in Balochistan. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is expanding its influence into the restive province and...
Alumni Publication: "Foreign meddling and competing interests hinder any solution in Libya" by Mustafa Fetouri
On 27 July 2023,Middle East Monitor published NESA Center alumMustafa Fetouri's Op-Ed"Foreign meddling and competing interests hinder any solution in Libya." "Since the country fell victim to the so called 'Arab Spring' in 2011, it became an open arena for all sorts of external meddling in its...
Alumni Publication: "Whistleblowers: The Unsung Heroes" by Charani Patabendige
On 31 July 2023, Modern Diplomacy published NESA Center alumnaCharani Patabendige's latest Op-Ed "Whistleblowers: The Unsung Heroes." "Whistleblowers play an indispensable role in combatting bribery and corruption, acting as a highly effective strategy to preserve the security of any nation....
Faculty Publication: "The internal splits that threaten the Taliban’s rule" by Hassan Abbas
On 28 July 2023, Chatham House published NESA CenterDistinguished Professor Hassan Abbas's latest article"The internal splits that threaten the Taliban’s rule" for its The World Today issue. "Dogmatically and brutally, the Taliban are learning to govern – but growing tensions between Kandahar...
Alumni Publication: "New technologies will allow Indo-Pacific states to build ‘sovereign maritime domain awareness’" by David Brewster
On 3 August 2023, The Strategist published NESA Center alumnus David Brewster's Op-Ed"New technologies will allow Indo-Pacific states to build ‘sovereign maritime domain awareness.’" "A multi-faceted technological revolution is bringing MDA within reach of even the smallest of countries,...