Information on "Armaments" and "Asia"
May 2013
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1 May 2013
Examining the Prospects of South Korea "Going Nuclear"
Author: G Balachandran, Rukmani Gupta
Publisher: Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)
Recent North Korean threats and actions have revived discussions about South Korea possibly “going nuclear” (i. More on «Examining the Prospects of South Korea "Going Nuclear"»
April 2013
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11 Apr 2013
The Sources of Iranian Conduct
Author: Ray Takeyh
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
In his testimony, the speaker discusses Iran's political history and how it influences the Islamic Republic's commitment to its nuclear program and radical ties. More on «The Sources of Iranian Conduct» -
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» -
1 Apr 2013
DOD Procurement of Mi-17 Helicopters
Author: Michael J Courts
Publisher: US Government Accountability Office (GAO), Washington, DC
This report reviews the US Department of Defense's (DoD) procurement of Mi-17 helicopters through Rosoboronexport, a Russian state-owned arms export firm. More on «DOD Procurement of Mi-17 Helicopters» -
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»
March 2013
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26 Mar 2013
Probing for Chemical Attacks in Syria
Author: Gregory D Koblentz
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
This paper addresses the danger represented by the use of chemical weapons in the Syrian civil war. More on «Probing for Chemical Attacks in Syria» -
21 Mar 2013
China Naval Modernization: Implications for US Navy Capabilities
Author: Ronald O'Rourke
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report focuses on the potential implications of China’s naval modernization for future required US Navy capabilities. More on «China Naval Modernization: Implications for US Navy Capabilities » -
19 Mar 2013
US-China Military Contacts: Issues for Congress
Author: Shirley A Kan
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report discusses US policy regarding military contacts with the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) and provides a record of such contacts since 1993. More on «US-China Military Contacts: Issues for Congress» -
18 Mar 2013
Modifications of the US Missile Defense Plans in Europe
Author: Jacek Durkalec
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
On 15 March 2013, the United States announced changes in its missile defense plans. More on «Modifications of the US Missile Defense Plans in Europe » -
15 Mar 2013
Impact of US Nuclear Reductions on European Security
Author: Łukasz Kulesa
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
As part of plans to reduce US nuclear forces during the second term of President Barack Obama, his administration will attempt to engage Russia. More on «Impact of US Nuclear Reductions on European Security»
