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Dr. Sungmin Cho has a new paper published by the Pacific Forum entitled "The New US Diplomacy with China: ‘Keep Your Promises’ " In his article, Cho discusses the idea of creating political division within China and its potential impacts on the US-China relationship. He addresses the questions of "What is the logic behind this idea? What are the problems? A critical review of the strategy suggests a different approach: Washington should instead focus on pressing China to live up to its own promises and obligations." Read the full article Sungmin Cho is Professor of the Daniel K. Inouye [...]

By APCSS Editor|2021-02-24T11:11:21-10:00February 24th, 2021|Categories: External Publications, news, Cho|Tags: China, U.S.|

A Climate Resilience Toolkit for Security in Big Ocean Small State Islands
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A Climate Resilience Toolkit for Security in Big Ocean Small State Islands

The paper discusses a foresight tabletop exercise that explored how rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and climate variability could impact BOSS islands such as the Maldives, Mauritius, and Seychelles. Through the analysis of three future climate scenarios, the exercise produced 34 policy recommendations aimed at enhancing adaptive capacity in areas such as governance, infrastructure, and international cooperation. The recommendations also highlight the need for resilient infrastructure, financial mechanisms, and ecosystem-based management.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-21T10:26:13-10:00October 21st, 2024|Categories: Tekwani, Canyon, Journal, news, Mullins, Connel|Tags: governance, climate, Climate resilience, BOSS, SIDS, Security implications|

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By kiosk test|2024-10-18T15:44:59-10:00October 18th, 2024|Categories: Courses|

Dialogue | Episode 29: Malaysia Between Giants
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Dialogue | Episode 29: Malaysia Between Giants

As the geopolitical landscape in the Indo-Pacific continues to evolve, Malaysia finds itself navigating a delicate balance between two global superpowers: the United States and China. This intricate maneuvering was the focus of Episode 29 of Dialogue, “Malaysia Between Giants,” where DKI APCSS professor Dr. James Minnich discussed these dynamics with Elina Noor of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-15T16:19:07-10:00October 14th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: dialogue, Malaysia|

Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Chairs Inaugural Plenary Meeting of Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience
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Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Chairs Inaugural Plenary Meeting of Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience

On October 7-8, 2024, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment William LaPlante chaired the inaugural plenary meeting of the Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience (PIPIR) in Honolulu, HI. National Armament Directors, and similarly positioned senior leaders, joined him from all PIPIR member nations in both the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic regions. The engagement was hosted by the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies and the United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM).

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-10T15:41:56-10:00October 10th, 2024|Categories: Workshop, news|Tags: Indo-Pacific, Partnerships, acquisition, industrial base|

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Lieutenant Commander Nathaniel Baladad assumed the duties of U.S. Coast Guard Fellow at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in 2024 after most recently serving as Chief of Intelligence at U.S. Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi from July 2021 to June 2024. During this assignment, Lt. Cmdr. Baladad was responsible for all Coast Guard intelligence missions in the westernmost Gulf of Mexico, including the United States’ third-largest commercial and military strategic port and the maritime border with Mexico. From August 2018 to June 2021, Lt. Cmdr. Baladad served as Executive Officer of the Coast Guard Cryptologic [...]

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-10T13:04:18-10:00October 10th, 2024|Categories: test|Tags: Military, Faculty, Fellow, U.S. Coast Guard|

The Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 28: Law and Rising Seas: Navigating Ocean Change
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The Security Nexus Webinar | Episode 28: Law and Rising Seas: Navigating Ocean Change

In the face of rising sea levels, Pacific Island nations are waging a critical battle—not with weapons, but with international law. Their fight for survival was the focus of Episode 28 of Dialogue, “Law and Rising Seas,” where DKI APCSS professor Dr. James Minnich spoke with Dr. Joanna Siekiera, Assistant Professor at War Studies University, Warsaw, Poland.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-15T16:25:35-10:00October 8th, 2024|Categories: Minnich, news, webinar, Media, Security Nexus Webinar|Tags: Rising Seas, Ocean|

A Security Nexus Perspective on Water Security
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A Security Nexus Perspective on Water Security

Richa Parikh’s article, “Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific: Implications for Gender Equality, Economic Development, and Women in Fiji,” explores how workplace sexual harassment in the Pacific, particularly in Fiji, undermines gender equality and economic development. Despite legislative advances, cultural and institutional barriers continue to allow harassment, which impacts women’s workforce participation and hinders economic progress.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-15T08:50:40-10:00October 8th, 2024|Categories: Journal, news|Tags: defense industrial base, Water Security|

Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific
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Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific

Richa Parikh’s article, “Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Pacific: Implications for Gender Equality, Economic Development, and Women in Fiji,” explores how workplace sexual harassment in the Pacific, particularly in Fiji, undermines gender equality and economic development. Despite legislative advances, cultural and institutional barriers continue to allow harassment, which impacts women’s workforce participation and hinders economic progress.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-07T12:01:53-10:00October 7th, 2024|Categories: Journal, news|Tags: Workplace violence, Gender-based discrimination, Legislative reform, Economic participation, Pacific Island development|

Timothy N. Ketter
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Timothy N. Ketter

Captain Tim Ketter joined the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS) in September 2024 following a tour at U.S. Pacific Fleet as the Chief of International Plans and Policy. Captain Ketter is an Indo-Pacific Foreign Area Officer (FAO) and a native of Columbus, Nebraska. He attended Boston University on a Navy ROTC scholarship receiving a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and was commissioned into the Navy onboard the USS Constitution in May 1993. He also earned a Master of Arts degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College in 2004 [...]

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-17T16:24:36-10:00October 4th, 2024|Categories: Biography, team|Tags: Navy|

Building Climate Resilience in Small Island Developing States: Partnerships for Adaption in the Indian Ocean Region
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Building Climate Resilience in Small Island Developing States: Partnerships for Adaption in the Indian Ocean Region

The Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies recently hosted a workshop on “Building Climate Resilience in Small Island Developing States (SIDS): Partnerships for Adaption in the Indian Ocean Region” from Sept. 9 to 12 in Vihamanaafushi, North Male Atoll, Maldives.

By APCSS Editor|2024-10-03T16:17:03-10:00October 3rd, 2024|Categories: Faculty, Workshop, Tekwani, Canyon, news, Mullins|Tags: Resilience, Maldives, climate|

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