Inaugural Indo-Pacific Senior Enlisted Leaders SMEE Empowers Collaboration, Sets Stage for Stronger Regional Security
“The knowledge and connections we built here strengthen our region against the complex security challenges we face together,” remarked a participant as the inaugural Indo-Pacific Senior Enlisted Leaders Subject Matter Expert Exchange (IPSEL SMEE) drew to a close. This groundbreaking event, proposed by former USINDOPACOM Commander Admiral John Aquilino and Fleet Master Chief David Isom, united 55 senior enlisted advisors and leaders from 21 Indo-Pacific nations in Honolulu, Hawaii, April 15-19, 2024.
MIPOC goes to Japan
For the first time, the Mobile Indo-Pacific Orientation Course (MIPOC) was hosted in Japan thanks to a partnership between U.S. Forces Japan(USFJ) and the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies.
Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 14: The Great Game of Digital Dominance
Technology is reshaping the global order. Nations no longer compete solely through military might but through technological dominance. From semiconductors to artificial intelligence, [...]
Currents Magazine: Fostering Discussions on Regional Stability and Security
HONOLULU – The latest edition of Currents magazine, the official publication of the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS), is [...]
Command Senior Enlisted Leader CMSgt Jacob Simmons Addresses Key Role of Space in Indo-Pacific Security
Honolulu, Hawaii — In a pivotal session on the final day of the Indo-Pacific Senior Enlisted Leaders Subject Matter Expert Exchange (IPSEL SMEE), Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the U.S. Space Command, Chief Master Sergeant Jacob Simmons, captivated senior enlisted leaders with a discussion on the expanding role of space in regional security dynamics.
Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 13: Competing in the Gray Zone
The world is changing. Are your strategies? Nations are vying for dominance in the Gray Zone – a shadowy realm of covert operations, [...]
Philippines and Vietnam Track 2 experts discuss shared challenges
Increasingly sophisticated competition in the Indo-Pacific requires countries to harness whole-of-society efforts to protect their interests and enhance resilience. The Philippines and Vietnam are two countries heavily exposed to coercive activities, particularly in the maritime, economic, and cognitive domains.
Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 12: Bolster Resilience and Restore Trust in the Information Environment
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.
Dr. Lumpy Lumbaca Reviews “Sri Lanka’s Easter Sunday Massacre” by Dr. Rohan Gunaratna
March 2024 – Dr. Lumpy Lumbaca provides an insightful review of “Sri Lanka’s Easter Sunday Massacre: Lessons for the International Community” by counterterrorism expert [...]
Celebrating the Achievements of CSC 24-1
“Today we are not celebrating our individual achievements but also our collective journey that we have undertaken towards fostering stronger relationships and understanding. “ ---Ms. Kartika Pertiwi from Indonesia
ROK-US Alliance: 70 for 70
DKI APCSS’ Dr. James M. Minnich is featured in a new publication by the ROK-US Alliance Foundation and the Korea Defense Veteran’s Association called “ROK-US Alliance: 70 for 70.” The publication features profiles of 70 people and their experiences on the Peninsula.
Addressing the Diversity of Water Challenges in the Indo-Pacific: Need for Broad Cooperative Approaches
Water security is a pressing issue in the Indo-Pacific region, impacting everything from individual survival to national and international stability. In his latest article, “Addressing the [...]
Security Nexus | Webinar Episode 11: North Korea: Beyond the Headlines – Unveil the Reality with Glyn Ford
In the latest episode of the Security Nexus Webinar, viewers were treated to an enlightening discussion that ventured deep into the heart [...]
Security Nexus | Webinar Episode 10: Australia’s First Female Commando: A Tale of Resilience
Discover Lt. Col. Robyn Fellowes' early life on a Queensland farm, her path to becoming the first Australian woman to earn the Commando Green [...]
South Korea’s Offensive Military Strategy and Its Dilemma
Dr. Sungmin Cho’s article, recently published by CSIS, sheds light on South Korea’s offensive military strategy amid shifting dynamics with North Korea. While North [...]
Security Nexus | Webinar Episode 9: Fishing for Security from Sea Slavery
By James M. Minnich The vast expanse of the Indo-Pacific conceals a dark secret: sea slavery, a human rights crisis entwined with [...]
