Information on "Defense"
May 2013
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May 2013
Building C4ISR Capabilities in and for the Gulf
Author: Ralph D Thiele
Publisher: Institut für Strategie- Politik- Sicherheits- und Wirtschaftsberatung (ISPSW)
Over the past decade the Gulf States have made important strides in developing their own defensive capabilities, strengthening their bilateral relationships with Western military forces, and even integrating their armed forces. More on «Building C4ISR Capabilities in and for the Gulf» -
May 2013
The Maritime Dimension of the European Union’s and Germany’s Security and Defence Policy in the 21st Century
Author: Carlo Masala, Konstantinos Tsetsos
Publisher: Institut für Strategie- Politik- Sicherheits- und Wirtschaftsberatung (ISPSW)
This study focuses on the centres of gravity and goals of a future maritime security policy of Germany and the European Union (EU) for the 21st century. More on «The Maritime Dimension of the European Union’s and Germany’s Security and Defence Policy in the 21st Century» -
May 2013
China’s Strategic Maritime Ambitions - A European Perspective
Author: Lutz Feldt
Publisher: Institut für Strategie- Politik- Sicherheits- und Wirtschaftsberatung (ISPSW)
This paper looks at China’s role as a maritime power and its strategic ambitions. More on «China’s Strategic Maritime Ambitions - A European Perspective»
April 2013
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23 Apr 2013
Turkey: Background and US Relations
Author: Jim Zanotti
Publisher: US Government
This report provides background information on Turkey and discusses possible policy options for Members of Congress and the Obama Administration. More on «Turkey: Background and US Relations» -
10 Apr 2013
Covert Action
Author: Marshall Curtis Erwin
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report examines the legislative background surrounding "covert actions" carried out by the US intelligence community. More on «Covert Action» -
4 Apr 2013
India’s Military Procurement and Defence Cooperation Efforts
Author: Patryk Kugiel
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
This commentary discusses the modernization of India's army and the impact of this development on the international defense industry. More on «India’s Military Procurement and Defence Cooperation Efforts» -
Apr 2013
Beyond the Trident Alternatives Review
Author: Nick Ritchie
Publisher: British American Security Information Council (BASIC)
This publication focuses on the pragmatists who are taking part in the United Kingdom's recent nuclear debate. More on «Beyond the Trident Alternatives Review» -
Apr 2013
Looking Beyond the Fog Bank: Fiscal Challenges Facing Defense
Author: Todd Harrison
Publisher: Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments (CSBA)
In this brief, the author looks at the 2014 US defense budget and discusses the long-term structural issues the Pentagon must address. More on «Looking Beyond the Fog Bank: Fiscal Challenges Facing Defense» -
Apr 2013
China’s New Leadership
Author: Jayadeva Ranade
Publisher: Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies (IPCS)
This commentary analyzes the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) transfer of power to the new generation of leaders. More on «China’s New Leadership» -
Apr 2013
Planning the Unthinkable War
Author: Benjamin Schreer
Publisher: Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)
This study looks at the US 'Air-Sea Battle' operational concept and its implications for Australia. More on «Planning the Unthinkable War»
