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The Tiger Project: War and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific

Explore the Atlantic Council’s work on current and enduring defense and deterrence issues in the Indo-Pacific, featuring expert commentary, multimedia content, and in-depth analysis.

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The Global China Hub tracks Beijing’s actions and their global impacts, assessing China’s rise from multiple angles and identifying emerging China policy challenges. The Hub leverages its network of China experts around the world to generate actionable recommendations for policymakers in Washington and beyond.

The Indo-Pacific Security Initiative (IPSI) informs and shapes the strategies, plans, and policies of the United States and its allies and partners to address the most important rising security challenges in the Indo-Pacific, including China’s growing threat to the international order and North Korea’s destabilizing nuclear weapons advancements. IPSI produces innovative analysis, conducts tabletop exercises, hosts public and private convenings, and engages with US, allied, and partner governments, militaries, media, other key private and public-sector stakeholders, and publics.

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New Atlanticist

Aug 13, 2024

From the Pentagon to the Philippines, integrating deterrence in the Indo-Pacific

By Kevin M. Wheeler

The United States and its Indo-Pacific allies must work together across all levels and domains for their regional deterrence to be effective.

Crisis Management
Defense Policy

In the News

Aug 13, 2024

Kroenig and Garlauskas quoted in The Hill on risk of China-North Korea cooperation in a conflict

On August 12, Matthew Kroenig and Markus Garlauskas were cited in The Hill, which referenced their recent article in Foreign Policy. They argue that a conflict over Taiwan would likely expand into a region-wide war involving China and North Korea and emphasize the need for the US to prepare for a multi-theater conflict, considering the […]

China
Defense Policy

In the News

Aug 12, 2024

Asat quoted in Phayul on Chinese diplomat reaffirming “One China” stance

By Atlantic Council

China
East Asia

EnergySource

Aug 11, 2024

Japan’s economic revitalization requires nuclear energy

By Lauren Hughes, Maia Sparkman

Japan's economy is recovering, with government efforts to boost population growth and expand energy-intensive industries like AI and semiconductors. However, current energy policies may not meet rising demand. Restarting nuclear reactors under enhanced safety measures is key to Japan’s energy security and climate goals. To sustain growth, Japan must continue restarting its nuclear fleet and invest in next-generation reactors, addressing workforce and supply chain challenges.

Japan
Nuclear Energy

In the News

Aug 9, 2024

Dean interviewed by Sky News on US enhancement of military bases in Australia

On August 8, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Peter Dean was interviewed by Sky News to discuss the United States’ enhancement of military bases in Australia. He highlighted that this increased military presence is a strategic response to regional threats from China, North Korea, and Russia. Dean emphasized that these efforts are part of a broader […]

Australia
Defense Policy

In the News

Aug 9, 2024

Garlauskas quoted in VOA on Germany’s entry into United Nations Command

On August 8, Markus Garlauskas was quoted in VOA discussing Germany’s entry into the US-led United Nations Command and highlighting its role in enhancing deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.  

Germany
Indo-Pacific

In the News

Aug 8, 2024

Dean quoted in The Australian Financial Review on US-Australia defense ties

On August 7, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Peter Dean was quoted in The Australian Financial Review discussing the strategic implications of deploying more US bombers, fighter jets, and spy planes to Australia. He highlighted the importance of this move in strengthening US-Australia defense ties amid rising security concerns in the region.   

Australia
Defense Policy

In the News

Aug 8, 2024

Rudder quoted by Military.com on Air Force Osprey crash

On August 7, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Steven Rudder was quoted in a Military.com article discussing the findings of an investigation into the Air Force Osprey crash off the coast of Japan in November 2023. 

Defense Industry
Japan

In the News

Aug 8, 2024

Webster quoted in Radio Free Asia on use of non-arable land for solar power generation in China

China
Chinese

Issue Brief

Aug 8, 2024

Sailing through the spyglass: The strategic advantages of blue OSINT, ubiquitous sensor networks, and deception

By Guido L. Torres and Austin Gray

In today’s technologically enabled world, the movements of every vessel—from nimble fishing boats to colossal aircraft carriers—can be meticulously tracked by a massive network of satellites and sensors. With every ripple on the ocean’s surface under scrutiny, surprise naval maneuvers will soon be relics of the past.

Artificial Intelligence
Defense Policy

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