May 24, 2011

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Dialogue | Episode 55: Building Advantage in the Indo-Pacific – From Dialogue to Outcomes

The Indo-Pacific is not short on dialogue. Across the region, coordination is constant—through conferences, working groups, bilateral engagements, and multilateral forums. Yet a harder question persists: Why do aligned partners still struggle to act in concert when it matters most?

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MIPOC 26-2 Blooms in the Capital Region 

This spring, as the cherry trees that proliferate throughout the National Capital Region were painting the landscape with gorgeous shades of pink, the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS) convened the Mobile Indo-Pacific Orientation Course (MIPOC) 26-2 from April 6-10. The event gathered 127 participants, including 98 U.S. government officials and 29 international representatives, to address evolving regional security dynamics.

DKI APCSS Hosts Washington Alumni Event, Honors SEAC David Isom as DKI APCSS (US) Alumnus of the  Year

The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies connected with its Washington, D.C.-based alumni network during an April 9 event, bringing together more than 60 U.S. and international graduates. The gathering included more than 40 U.S. and 20 international alumni. Among the distinguished guests were U.S. Ambassador Marie Damour; Timor-Leste Ambassador to the U.S. Jose Gutteres; Nepal Defense Attaché Brig. Purna Dhakal; Nepal Chargé d'Affaires Sharad Aran; and Henry Rector of the U.S. State Department.

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2025 DKI APCSS Alumni Awards: Recognizing Excellence in Indo-Pacific Security

The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies announces the 2025 Alumni Awards, honoring leaders in cybersecurity, NCO professionalization, and civil-military cooperation who advance Indo-Pacific security and collaboration.

A Review of “The First Island Chained: Taiwan Resistance and Resilience” Wargame and Workshop

Doctors Lumpy Lumbaca and Sam Mullins from the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS) recently participated in “The First Island Chained: Taiwan Resistance and Resilience” wargame and workshop. Held at Northeastern University in Arlington from March 31 to April 2, 2026, the event represented a significant departure from traditional military simulations

Security Nexus Perspective: The Sovereignty Illusion of Refusing Access, Basing, and Overflight

Dr. Deon Canyon, associate dean of academics and professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, examines the long-term effects of refusing Access, Basing, and Overflight (ABO) agreements in a new Security Nexus Perspective.

Strategic Voices Episode 5 – The Legitimacy Deficit: Is South Asia’s Generation Z Turning a Corner?

Explore how youth-driven uprisings across South Asia challenge political legitimacy, focusing on the pillars of acceptance and performance. Learn about generational demands for fairness, competence, and renewal in governance.

New Security Nexus Perspective: Ore and Autonomy – India’s Critical Minerals and U.S.-India Defense Cooperation

Shyam Tekwani’s Security Nexus Perspective, "Ore and Autonomy," explores India’s critical minerals strategy, its role in U.S.-India defense cooperation, and the challenges of achieving industrial sovereignty while addressing dependency and environmental concerns.

Security Nexus Perspective: Looking Beyond the Region – Understanding Indo-Pacific Dynamics Through Latin America and the Caribbean

In her latest Security Nexus Perspective, DKI APCSS Professor Andrea Malji explores how China's growing influence in Latin America and the Caribbean impacts Indo-Pacific dynamics. By leveraging economic investments, infrastructure projects, and diplomatic engagement, China is expanding its global reach, reshaping supply chains, and influencing geopolitical alignments. This paper highlights the interconnectedness of these regions and emphasizes the need for comprehensive strategies to counter China's global strategy and safeguard U.S. interests.

Security Nexus Perspective: Strategic Deterrence in the Indo-Pacific – A Framework for Bolstering Civil-Military Readiness in Northern Australia

In their latest Security Nexus Perspective, Benjamin Ryan, Deon Canyon, Raelene Lockhorst, and Len Notaras present a comprehensive framework for strengthening civil-military resilience in Northern Australia to address the Indo-Pacific's most challenging strategic environment since World War II. The paper highlights the critical role of Northern Australia as a medical and logistical hub for U.S. and allied forces, emphasizing the need for integrated civil-military preparedness, increased health system capacity, and CBRNE readiness. This framework offers actionable strategies to bolster deterrence and readiness in the face of growing regional tensions.

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