The U.S. has key security and geopolitical interests that make access to the Persian Gulf region a critical national security priority. Ongoing conflict stemming from ISIL and in Yemen will continue to exacerbate regional instability. The U.S. should continue to engage GCC states, which remain critical allies in meeting the shifting security challenges in the […]
Sea level rise and more extreme weather events are causing risks to military installations, readiness, operations, and strategy. The Department of Defense manages more than 1,700 military installations that may be affected by sea-level rise. How can we prepare the military bases for the risk of sea-level rise damage and what are the priority areas when it comes to these issues?
America’s infrastructure priorities have far-reaching implications for national security ¬– both within and outside the United States. Investments in the national grid, renewable energy, electric vehicles, carbon capture, and technological development, among other opportunities, have the potential to improve American competitiveness abroad while increasing resiliency and mitigation at home.
On August 24th, please join the American Security Project and the Northeast Florida Regional Planning Council, in partnership with ADAPT, in Jacksonville, Florida for a panel discussion with Lieutenant General John Castellaw USMC (Ret.) and City of Jacksonville Council Members Randy DeFoor and retired U.S. Navy Captain Aaron Bowman, and others on progress made in […]
Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing is the leading global maritime security threat. Without direct action, illicit fishing stands to exacerbate food insecurity, diminish the economic stability of coastal States, and increase tension among foreign-fishing Nations. Combating IUU fishing on a global scale requires a strategic approach, including a network of information sharing between governments […]
East Central Florida and the Treasure Coast are home to key assets to U.S. national security, such as Patrick Space Force Base, NASA, and the Navy’s Air Warfare Center. Acute shocks from threats like flooding, heat waves, and rising seas can harmfully impact military readiness at these installations. Coordinated partnerships between the public and private […]
Join the American Security Project on November 4th for a conversation with Elbridge Colby on the release of his latest book, The Strategy of Denial: American Defense in the Age of Great Power Conflict.
On November 16, ASP and University of Arizona will convene a panel of experts to discuss the effects of climate change at Department of Defense installations.
Join the American Security Project for an on-the-record conversation on Thursday, November 18 where we will discuss the urgency of the climate crisis, the commitments made at COP26, and the future of climate diplomacy.
Recent months have seen a series of provocative actions from Russian President Vladimir Putin. Join the American Security Project for an on-the-record conversation on Friday, December 3. Our guest speakers, Ambassador Steven Pifer and Dr. Evelyn Farkas, will discuss recent developments along Ukraine’s frontier, tensions between Russia and the West, and U.S. engagement with Russia, more broadly.
Alaska continues to play a crucial role in protecting U.S. national security. As the Arctic continues to melt, the region is becoming a breeding ground for strategic competition and adversarial action. Leaders on all levels need to work together to both mitigate and adapt against the risks climate change poses to Alaska.
Join the American Security Project on December 16th to discuss developments in Afghanistan post-withdrawal
Please join the American Security Project (ASP) on Friday, January 21 for a conversation with the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC).
A recap and video of this event is available here. In March 2021, the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) released strategic guidance on how the MOD will address the challenge of climate change, the Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach. The new strategy highlights how climate change is relevant to defense, how the […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Every four years, the National Intelligence Council (NIC) releases an assessment of the forces and dynamics likely to shape the national security environment over the next 20 years. Known as the Global Trends Report, it is intended to provide each incoming or returning U.S. […]
On February 11, ASP will host a conversation with Vivian Salama, national security reporter at The Wall Street Journal, who will share her perspective from recent reporting on the ground in Ukraine.
A recap and video of this event is available here. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the rhetoric coming from the Kremlin demonstrate that this crisis has entered a new, and dangerous phase. Please join the American Security Project on Monday, 28 February to hear former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel discuss the rapidly evolving situation […]
Join Brigadier General Stephen A. Cheney, USMC (Ret.), former President and current Board of Directors member of the American Security Project, as he speaks to the World Affairs Council of Albuquerque to provide his insights on the progress made so far, how to tackle the ultimate threat multiplier, and what it means for international relations.
Join us on 9 March at 2 PM ET for a conversation with the Right Honourable Baroness Catherine Ashton, former European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. Baroness Ashton will share her views on the war in Ukraine, European perspectives on the conflict, alliance cohesion, and the risks of escalation.
Join us at 1pm on Thursday, March 24 as ASP's COO Matthew Wallin discusses the new landscape of digital diplomacy with Macon Phillips and Gerry Diaz Bartolome.
Join this event featuring Governor Christine Todd Whitman and Sue Duke, Global Head of Public Policy and Economic Graph at LinkedIn, for a discussion on how green skills will drive the future global economy.
A recap and video of this event is available here. At 10AM EST on Friday, April 1, the American Security Project will host a virtual meeting with Dr. Tymofiy Mylovanov, President of the Kyiv School of Economics and former Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine. Dr. Mylovanov will provide a first-hand account […]
Please join the American Security Project at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 for a conversation with Congressman John Curtis (R-UT), chairman of the Conservative Climate Caucus.
A recap and video of this event is available here. In response to the illegal invasion of Ukraine, the United States and allied partners imposed an unprecedented sanctions regime on Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russian individuals, and the Russian economy. But questions remain on whether these economic measures will alter the political calculations in Moscow. […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Around the world, governments, organizations, and industry partners are increasingly focused on energy technology, energy security, and the transition to net-zero. While there is cause for optimism, the scope, scale, and speed of innovation and investments present unique challenges, and sectors are unevenly exposed to […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Theaters for conflict have grown in the last several decades to now include the digital universe and cyberspace. The borderless nature of these forums enables perpetrators to attack critical infrastructure, large populations and pose a serious threat to U.S. national security. Cyber disruptions are widespread […]
The Biden Administration has supercharged U.S. energy transition, and the Department of Energy is playing a key role.
A recap and video of this event is available here. As Ukrainians continue to fight for their very lives and the right to determine their own future, the impact of Russia’s invasion will undoubtedly be felt for generations. With no end to Russia’s hostilities in sight, and Ukraine’s future uncertain, the U.S. and its allies […]
On 16 May join the American Security Project (ASP) and Florida International University (FIU) for an in-person discussion with Executive Director of the South Florida Defense Alliance Richard M. Miller, Florida House Representative James Vernon “Jim” Mooney, JR., ASP Consensus for American Security Member and former Florida Chief Resilience Officer Julia Nesheiwat, PhD., and FIU […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Several recent Department of Defense strategies and plans have specified electric vehicles as a key component necessary to reduce U.S. military carbon emissions. From transitioning tactical vehicle fleets to the electrification of warfighting platforms, the future of EVs and the military has no shortage of […]
Impacts from climate change, like sea level rise and an increase in extreme weather events, are at the forefront of military operations and planning in Norfolk, Virginia.
A recap and video of this event is available here. The war in Ukraine continues to drag on, with Russia having to abandon early invasion goals and Ukrainian forces bravely countering the Russian offensive with significant assistance from the West. Please join us on Wednesday, June 1 for a special conversation with General Philip M. […]
IUU fishing is rapidly becoming a primary maritime security concern both in the U.S. and for our allies and partners. It has widespread impacts on both economies and security, from the cost of seafood itself to transshipment and human trafficking.
Through trade policy, policymakers can build environmentally sustainable supply chains, incentivize renewable energy investment, and make the green economy a profitable pursuit.
Climate change is impacting every industry in Nevada and the surrounding area. From public health and the hospitality industry to agriculture and water resources, climate change is fundamentally changing how the state does business and how the military operates in the region.
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Friday, July 1 for a special conversation with Admiral James G. Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander. Admiral Stavridis will share his analysis of the NATO Summit in Madrid, the new NATO Strategic Concept, NATO enlargement, and threats to the […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Tuesday, July 12 for a conversation on President Joseph R. Biden’s upcoming trip to the Middle East with Linda Robinson, Director of the Center for Middle East Public Policy and Senior International Defense Researcher at RAND, and Steven A. Cook, […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Russia’s war in Ukraine has caused a great deal of turmoil in global energy markets and forced a conversation on energy security. The geopolitics of energy has been shaken to its foundation as nations reconsider their energy sources and future energy partners, as well as […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Tuesday, July 26 for a special conversation with former NATO Ambassador Douglas Lute. Ambassador Lute will share his views on NATO’s new Strategic Concept, threats to the alliance, NATO enlargement, and how the alliance is responding to the Russian invasion […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Wednesday, August 3, for a conversation on kidnapping and political hostage taking in international affairs with Dr. Danielle Gilbert, a Rosenwald Fellow in U.S. Foreign Policy and International Security at Dartmouth College and a Nonresident Fellow with the Modern War Institute at the U.S. Military Academy at […]
West Virginia plays a critical role in U.S. energy supply. What's the future of clean energy in a state where coal is king?
A recap and video of this event is available here. Please join us on Friday, August 12, for a discussion on effectively communicating the climate crisis, the history of misinformation about climate change, and how to inoculate against climate disinformation. We will be joined by Dr. Edward Maibach, a distinguished Professor and Director of George […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Please join us on Wednesday, August 31, for a conversation with Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA) to discuss how to improve the climate resilience of the Armed Forces and installations operated by U.S. allies. Congressman Peters will explore gaps in current DoD programs & authorities […]
