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Scholarly Analysis on Global Crises Featured in Security Nexus

By |2023-11-09T17:10:22-10:00November 9th, 2023|Categories: Journal, news, Sitaraman, Allen, kevany|

The latest scholarly work titled "Everything Everywhere All At Once: Wars, Climate Change, Natural Disasters, Coups, Economic Collapse," authored by Dr. Ethan Allen, Dr. Sebastian Kevany, and Dr. Srini Sitaraman, has been published in Security Nexus. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the multifaceted crises that nations worldwide are currently facing. Summary: The paper outlines the daunting reality of concurrent crises that governments face globally. With escalating conflicts and environmental catastrophes, existing governance structures are tested beyond their limits. The authors call for a radical shift in leadership attitudes towards a collective approach, emphasizing the interdependence of all humanity. [...]

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Security Nexus | Webinar Episode 1: US-Korea-Japan Trilateral on China’s Maritime Strategy and Allies’ Responses

By |2024-01-12T11:46:06-10:00November 9th, 2023|Categories: Faculty, news, Sitaraman, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: , , |

The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, the Korea Institute for Maritime Strategy (KIMS), and the Japan Institute for International Affairs (JIIA), hosted a trilateral Security Nexus webinar on China's Maritime Strategy on October 31, 2023.

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Chinese Views of North Korea’s Uncertain Future

By |2023-10-20T13:51:10-10:00October 20th, 2023|Categories: Courses, news, Cho, Media|Tags: , , , |

Dr. Sungmin Cho, professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, presented research during a program organized by The Korea Society. The research analyzed Chinese texts focusing on North Korea's regime stability, the country's uncertain future, and the potential unification of the Korean Peninsula. The research encompasses a review of 62 Chinese journal articles and 29 expert commentaries written by Chinese scholars. Cho explains how examining the writings of Chinese civilian scholars helps decipher Chinese strategic thinking despite censorship. Cho also provides an analytic framework for Beijing’s cost-benefit calculus regarding the potential unification of the Korean [...]

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Dr. Alex Vuving’s interview on High-Tech Supply Chains and the US-Vietnam Upgrade

By |2023-09-28T09:52:57-10:00September 28th, 2023|Categories: College, Faculty Articles, Vuving, news|Tags: , , |

In a recent interview with The Diplomat, Dr. Alexander Vuving, a professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies, discussed the unexpected upgrade in U.S.-Vietnam relations. Contrary to expectations, the partnership skipped the “strategic partnership” level and was elevated to a “comprehensive strategic partnership.” Driven by the U.S.’s offer to transform Vietnam into a high-tech and semiconductor hub within U.S.-supported supply chains, this move is seen as a response to China’s growing power. The comprehensive strategic partnership benefits both nations. It signals equal footing for the U.S. with Vietnam’s long-time friends, China and Russia, and signifies Vietnam’s [...]

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New Vuving OpEd on Vietnam’s strategic partnerships

By |2023-09-26T09:50:02-10:00September 26th, 2023|Categories: College, Faculty Articles, Vuving, news|Tags: , , |

“Vietnam needs more than an upgraded U.S. partnership” is a new OpEd written by Dr. Alexander Vuving for Nikkei Asia. In this opinion piece, Vuving looks at the history of Vietnam’s role in strategic partnerships. “Hanoi's web of strategic partnerships worked well in the post-Cold War era because of the geopolitical distance then between major powers. This no longer applies in the current situation of heightened strategic rivalries,” according to Vuving. “Hanoi needs a new safety net that suits the changed conditions of the present time.” Read the full article Alexander L. Vuving is a professor at the Daniel [...]

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Developing Hawai’i’s Relationships with Indo-Pacific – Part One: Point Counterpoint

By |2023-09-26T10:03:36-10:00September 26th, 2023|Categories: Faculty, news, Sitaraman, Media|Tags: , , |

DKI APCSS’ Dr. Srini Sitharaman recently appeared on Think Tech Hawai’i’s special series “Developing Hawai’i’s Relationships with Indo-Pacific - Part One: Point Counterpoint.”

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Dr. Sungmin Cho Discusses South Korea’s role in a Taiwan Contingency on the CSIS Podcast

By |2023-09-21T16:20:18-10:00September 21st, 2023|Categories: Courses, news, Cho, Media|Tags: , , |

DKI APCSS professor Dr. Sungmin Cho recently appeared on the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) podcast titled "South Korea's Role in Taiwan Contingency." The popular podcast can be found on YouTube. Dr. Sungmin Cho is a professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS) in Honolulu. The views expressed are those of the author alone and do not represent the official policy of the DKI APCSS, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

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Every Taiwan Citizen a Resistance Member: Preparing for a Chinese Occupation

By |2023-09-15T12:53:12-10:00September 15th, 2023|Categories: College, Faculty Articles, External Publications, Lumbaca, news|Tags: , , |

Dr. Jeremiah “Lumpy” Lumbaca, has a new article entitled “Every Taiwan Citizen a Resistance Member: Preparing for a Chinese Occupation” published by the Modern War Institute at West Point.  In the article, Lumbaca creates a scenario where the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has successfully invaded and occupied Taiwan, despite previous predictions that such an invasion would be too costly for China. The Chinese occupation is extensive, with forces present in all aspects of Taiwanese life. The situation is compared to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the unpredictability of autocrats' actions. Lumbaca emphasizes the importance of preparing Taiwan's civilian population for potential resistance against [...]

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Philippines must stand up for its rights at South China Sea shoal

By |2023-08-23T14:37:08-10:00August 23rd, 2023|Categories: College, Faculty Articles, Vuving, news|Tags: , |

Dr. Alex Vuving’s most recent article for Nikkei Asia comments on the latest activity in the South China Sea. China has been involved in various incidents claiming territory in the South China Sea that falls within the exclusive economic zones of neighboring countries like the Philippines and Vietnam. In August, China called for the Philippines to remove the BRP Sierra Madre, a grounded naval vessel, from Second Thomas Shoal, a submerged reef located within the Philippine exclusive economic zone. The China Coast Guard ship fired water cannons to turn away Philippine boats on a resupply mission. These actions have sparked [...]

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South Korea Needs a Drone Strategy

By |2023-08-18T12:20:33-10:00August 18th, 2023|Categories: Faculty Articles, Kim, External Publications, news|Tags: , , |

Dr. Lami Kim’s OpEd “South Korea Needs a Drone Strategy” was recently published in the National Interest. According to Kim, “As North Korea’s drone capabilities increase, the South Korean military must enhance its capability to counter North Korea’s drone threats. As drone technology evolves and drones increasingly become an essential tool of the armed forces, Seoul must also find ways to utilize drones effectively in conjunction with other weapons systems on the battlefield. South Korea’s decision to establish a drone operation command is a step in the right direction. However, as it stands, South Korea’s strategy lacks clear objectives. Deciding [...]

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