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Dec 2, 2015

Global system on the brink: pathways toward a new normal

By Dr. Mathew Burrows and Professor Alexander Dynkin

In keeping with previous forecasting works published by the Atlantic Council and the IMEMO, the study examines current trends and potential scenarios for global developments over the next twenty years.

Conflict Russia

Issue Brief

Dec 1, 2015

Renewable energy’s coming of age: A disruptive technology?

By Robert A. Manning

The eyes of the world are on the United Nations Climate Conference, also known as COP21, as leaders from around the world are gathered in Paris in an effort to combat the effects of climate change. It's one of the best chances we have to mitigate these harmful effects are renewable technologies, so what is the future of adopting renewable energy?

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment

In the News

Dec 1, 2015

Reuters Highlights Event with US Air Force Chief General Mark Welsh

By Brent Scowcroft Center

Reuters highlights an Atlantic Council event with US Air Force Chief General Mark Welsh, where the recent military data breach was discussed:

Commanders Series

Dec 1, 2015

The Future of American Airpower: A Conversation with General Mark A. Welsh III

By Alex Ward

On December 1, 2015, the Atlantic Council hosted General Mark Welsh III, Chief of Staff of the US Air Force, for a Commanders Series event entitled, “The Future of American Airpower.” In a discussion moderated by the Council’s Barry Pavel, Vice President, Arnold Kanter Chair, and Director of the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security, […]

In the News

Dec 1, 2015

Barno and Bensahel: First Steps Towards the Force of the Future

By Dave Barno and Nora Bensahel

Brent Scowcroft Center Nonresident Senior Fellows for Military Affairs and National Security Policy Dave Barno and Nora Bensahel write for War on the Rocks on the issues within the military personnel system and the Department of Defense’s strategies to solve them: 

Event Recap

Dec 1, 2015

The Future Landscape of European Security

By Brent Scowcroft Center

On Tuesday, December 1, the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security welcomed General Micael Bydén, Supreme Commander of the Swedish Armed Forces for a private strategy session on “The Future Landscape of European Security.” The session featured a wide range of political and military experts, former government officials, and scholars who spoke on a variety […]

Europe & Eurasia National Security

In the News

Nov 30, 2015

Hasik on the Defense Department Acquisitions Process

By James Hasik

Aviation Week quotes Brent Scowcroft Center Resident Senior Fellow for Defense James Hasik on the Defense Department acquisitions process and how the Defense Department can more quickly begin the acquisition process:

In the News

Nov 30, 2015

Hasik: JSF: The Jet That Ate the Pentagon

By James Hasik

Brent Scowcroft Center Resident Senior Fellow for Defense James Hasik writes for Real Clear Defense on the Department of Defense’s acquistion system and the future of the Joint Striike Fighter program:

In the News

Nov 25, 2015

Hasik on New Marines Corps Assault Vehicles

By James Hasik

National Defense Magazine quotes Brent Scowcroft Center Nonresident Senior Fellow James Hasik on the Marine Corps $1.2 billion program to build 204 amphibious assault vehicles:

In the News

Nov 24, 2015

Manning on a New US Approach for the Middle East

By Robert Manning

Brent Scowcroft Center Resident Senior Fellow Robert Manning writes for Foreign Policy on whether its time for a new US strategy for the Middle East:

In the News

Nov 24, 2015

Benitez on Turkey’s Downing of Russian Warplane

By Jorge Benitez

The Daily Signal quotes Brent Scowcroft Center Senior Fellow and NATOSource Director Jorge Benitez on the potential international ramifications of Turkey downing a Russian warplane:

Russia Turkey

In the News

Nov 23, 2015

Lightfoot on President Hollande Meeting with Obama

By Jeffrey Lightfoot

Roll Call quotes Brent Scowcroft Center Nonresident Senior Fellow Jeffrey Lightfoot on the topics President Hollande of France is most likley to discuss with President Obama during their meeting in the wake of the terrorist attacks on Paris:

France

Transcript

Nov 23, 2015

Japan’s Security Role and Capabilities In the 2020s

By Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security

Atlantic Council Japan’s Security Role and Capabilities In the 2020s Introduction: Barry Pavel, Vice President, Arnold Kanter Chair, and Director, Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security, Atlantic Council Speakers: David B. Shear, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Affairs, U.S. Department of Defense Dr. Narushige Michishita, Japan Scholar, Asia Program, Woodrow Wilson […]

Event Recap

Nov 23, 2015

Japan’s Security Role and Capabilities in the 2020s

By Juyeong Koh

On November 17, the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security hosted a public launch of the report Japan’s Security Role and Capabilities in the 2020s, authored by Dr. Roger Cliff, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Scowcroft Center.

In the News

Nov 21, 2015

Lightfoot on Unity After Paris Attacks

By Jeffrey Lightfoot

The Los Angeles Times quotes Brent Scowcroft Center Nonresident Senior Fellow Jeffrey Lightfoot on France’s approach to ISIS and their hope for international partnership after the attacks on Paris:

France

Transcript

Nov 18, 2015

Captains of Industry Series: The Space Race in Business

By Brent Scowcroft Center

Atlantic Council Captains of Industry Series: The Space Race in Business Opening Speaker: Jacob Markish, Principal, Renaissance Strategic Advisors Panelists: Paul Domorski, CEO, Artel Clayton Mowry, President, Arianespace, Inc. Jay Gibson, CEO and President, XCOR Kay Sears, President, Intelsat General Eric Thoemmes, Vice-President, Space and Missile Defense Programs, Lockheed Martin Introduction and Moderator: Steven Grundman, […]

New Atlanticist

Nov 18, 2015

Japan Should Strive to be ‘Regional Security Leader,’ Report Suggests

By Alejandro Alvarez

Atlantic Council report recommends Japan bolster self-defense forces while maintaining close military ties with the United States Japan should take on a more active role in regional security but remain closely under the United States’ military umbrella, according to a new Atlantic Council report presented on Nov. 15. The report, “Japan’s Security Role and Capabilities […]

Indo-Pacific Japan

Captains of Industry Series

Nov 18, 2015

The Space Race in Business

By Brent Scowcroft Center

On November 18, 2015, the Atlantic Council’s Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security, as part of its Captains of Industries Series, hosted a discussion entitled “The Space Race in Business,” moderated by the Council’s M.A. and George Lund Fellow on Emerging Defence Challenges Steven Grundman. The event explored current issues and trends in the space […]

In the News

Nov 18, 2015

Defense News Covers the Space Race in Business

By Atlantic Council

Defense News covers the Atlantic Council’s event “The Space Race in Business,” which highlighted how the Pentagon needs to adapt its acquisition policies to maximize its capabilities in space:

Space Technology & Innovation

In the News

Nov 18, 2015

Sloan: NATO and the Paris Attacks: Why There Will Not Be an Article V Response

By Stanley Sloan

Brent Scowcroft Center Nonresident Senior Fellow Stanley R. Sloan writes for War on the Rocks on how the actual wording of NATO’s Article V provides a significant degree of latitude in how allied nations could respond, even if it is invoked:

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