CSC 24-2 Malaysian Cohort Fellows Draft Women, Peace, and Security National Action Plan

By |2024-06-17T16:15:13-10:00June 17th, 2024|Categories: Faculty, Faculty Articles, Byrd, news|Tags: , , , |

In a significant step towards bolstering both national and regional security, seven dedicated Fellows from Malaysia have drafted a comprehensive Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) National Action Plan (NAP). This initiative, undertaken during their tenure at the Comprehensive Security Cooperation course (CSC 24-2) at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS), showcases Malaysia's commitment to upholding the principles enshrined in United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325.

A Security Nexus Perspective on The Strength of Allyship

By |2024-06-10T15:39:44-10:00June 10th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, Journal, news|Tags: , , , , |

Dr. James M. Minnich, Colonel U.S. Army retired and professor at DKI APCSS, has released a Security Nexus perspective paper titled “The Strength of Allyship: Cultivating Belonging for Team Success.” This paper originates from a speech delivered at the 10th Annual Women, Peace, and Security Symposium, held on May 2, 2024, at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.

Bamboo in a storm: the Russia-Ukraine war and Vietnam’s foreign policy (2022–2024)

By |2024-06-07T12:49:44-10:00June 7th, 2024|Categories: Vuving, External Publications, news|Tags: , , , |

Dr. Alexander Vuving has contributed a chapter to the new book “Vietnam: Navigating a Rapidly Changing Economy, Society, and Political Order” by Börje Ljunggren and Dwight Perkins, eds. His chapter is “The Evolution of Vietnamese Foreign Policy in the Doi Moi Era.”

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 17: Outlaw Empires: The Rise of Motorcycle Gangs and the Global Security Threat

By |2024-06-12T06:51:01-10:00May 31st, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: , , |

Outlaw motorcycle gangs (OMGs) are rapidly expanding their criminal empires, posing an escalating threat to national and transnational security. Join us as we delve into these organizations’ origins and evolution, sophisticated criminal networks, and impact on communities worldwide.

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 16: Ukraine War, Global Power Shifts, and Security Implications for the Indo-Pacific

By |2024-05-31T06:20:10-10:00May 22nd, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: |

On May 28, the Security Nexus Webinar, hosted by Dr. James Minnich, Colonel USA Retired and DKI APCSS Professor, featured a compelling discussion with Dr. Rouben Azizian, Professor at Massey University’s Centre for Defence and Security Studies, New Zealand. The session focused on the state of the war in Ukraine, its impact on global power dynamics, the evolving security landscape in the Indo-Pacific region, and so much more. 

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 15: The Philippines Builds Security, Faces Challenges

By |2024-05-22T15:08:18-10:00May 20th, 2024|Categories: Watson, Minnich, news, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: |

In a rapidly changing Indo-Pacific, understanding the Philippines’ strategic decisions is critical for policymakers, military leaders, and anyone invested in regional stability. The Philippines, a crucial player, faces a dynamic security landscape shaped by historical alliances and modern partnerships like the recent trilateral summit. As the nation navigates complex regional shifts, including China’s assertiveness, it leans on partners like Japan.

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 14: The Great Game of Digital Dominance

By |2024-05-07T15:40:04-10:00May 6th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, hemmings, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: |

Technology is reshaping the global order. Nations no longer compete solely through military might but through technological dominance. From semiconductors to artificial intelligence, control of critical and emerging technologies (CET) translates into economic power, national security, and global influence. Join our webinar, “The Great Game of Digital Dominance,” featuring Professor John Hemmings and hosted by Professor James Minnich, for expert insights into the escalating tech rivalry and its profound implications for the future. Key Questions: How does the past shape the US-China tech conflict? • Where does China lead… and where does the US maintain an edge? Can China [...]

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 13: Competing in the Gray Zone

By |2024-05-06T11:01:28-10:00April 24th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, Mullins, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: |

The world is changing. Are your strategies? Nations are vying for dominance in the Gray Zone – a shadowy realm of covert operations, cyber-attacks, and relentless disinformation campaigns waged below the level of open warfare. Join us for the Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 13: “Competing in the Gray Zone” to explore this evolving threat landscape and how it’s reshaping global power with Professor Sam Mullins and host Professor James Minnich Key questions we’ll address: Why are nations flocking to the Gray Zone? How has technology transformed these tactics into even greater threats? What are Russia’s and China’s distinct [...]

Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 12: Bolster Resilience and Restore Trust in the Information Environment

By |2024-04-10T13:48:05-10:00April 10th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, Kunce, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: |

Confronting a Tumultuous Information Landscape In an era where falsehoods spread faster than the truth, Security Nexus Webinar Episode 12 addressed the urgent need for societal resilience and the restoration of trust within our Information Environment. Led by Colonel James Minnich (Retired) and featuring Professor Beth Kunce, the discussion offered practical strategies to counter misinformation, protect citizens, and build an ethical, trustworthy digital landscape. 

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