Scowcroft Center in the News

Roberts quoted in BBC and RFA on Chinese economic issues

On September 29 and September 30, IPSI/GCH nonresident senior fellow Dexter Tiff Roberts was quoted in two BBC articles regarding China’s property crisis and the fall of Evergrande, a Chinese property giant. Roberts explained that Hui Ka Yan, the founder and chairman of Evergrande who is currently under investigation, was “seen as a natural target” […]

Lander on emerging global surveillance strategies for infectious disease epidemics

By Natasha Lander Finch

In September, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Natasha Lander co-authored a RAND Corporation report on emerging global surveillance strategies for infectious disease epidemics. 

Auerswald in the Journal of Arctic and Climate Security Studies on integrated deterrence

By David Auerswald

On September 30, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Dr. David Auerswald co-authored an article in the Journal of Arctic and Climate Security Studies discussing integrated deterrence and Sweden’s role on NATO’s northeastern flank.

Michta in Helsingin Sanomat on Finland’s role in NATO

By Atlantic Council

On September 29, Andrew Michta, director and senior fellow with the Scowcroft Strategy Initiative, was interviewed by Helsingin Sanomat on the role Finland plays in the Alliance and its potential participation in NATO’s nuclear sharing program.

Garlauskas quoted in VOA and iNews

On September 27, Markus Garlauskas was quoted several times in a Voice of America article, “South Korea’s Dilemma: Is North Korea the Only Threat?” He emphasized that South Korea should increase its preparations to deal with threats beyond North Korea, particularly China. The article also referenced IPSI’s recent report on the risks of Chinese intervention […]

Novak quoted in the Guardian on PRC–Timor-Leste partnership

On September 28, IPSI nonresident fellow Parker Novak was quoted in the Guardian. He comments on the strategic implications of a recent joint statement between the PRC and Timor-Leste, explaining that “the People’s Republic of China (PRC) would stand to benefit from increasing its influence in Timor-Leste,” but may hesitate to make large investments in […]

Soofer contributes to Project Atom on US nuclear strategy

Rob Soofer outlines prospects for deterring nuclear peer competitors in the latest Project Atom report.

Hinata-Yamaguchi published in North Korea News on North Korea’s naval modernization challenges

On September 27, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi published an article in North Korea News. He discusses the challenges facing North Korea surrounding its efforts to modernize its outdated Navy, writing that “deployment of nuclear arms and a few new ships can’t overcome antiquated technology and decades of poor defense planning.” 

Soofer featured on RealClearDefense

By Atlantic Council

Robert Soofer and co-authors warn against the risks of targeting civilian populations in the event of a nuclear event.

Guevara in El Heraldo de Mexico on the on the Wagner Group’s continued presence in Africa

By Inigo Guevara Moyano

On September 26, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Inigo Guevara authored an article in El Heraldo de México on the Wagner Group’s continued presence in Africa (text in Spanish).