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In Their Own Words: Fellows describe their DKI APCSS experience

We are a Department of Defense institution that provides a forum where current and future military and civilian leaders from the Indo-Asia-Pacific gather to address regional and global security issues and enhance security cooperation through programs of executive education, professional exchange, and building relationships of trust and confidence. About Us Vision A free and prosperous Indo-Pacific promoting collaborative security. Mission DKI APCSS builds resilient capacity, shared understanding, and networked relationships among civilian and military practitioners and institutions to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific. Approach In support of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo­-Pacific Security Affairs (IPSA), and the Director, Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), and as a Mission Partner of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), DKI APCSS will cultivate and maintain security networks that reinforce the rules-based international order. Value Proposition DKI APCSS is recognized and respected for delivering practical outcomes that enhance security sector capacity and cooperation. FACTS 216 152 16,750* 15,840 133 7,759 30 Courses Held Countries Attending Graduates Alumni Virtual Engagements Virtual Participants Years in Service 65 Alumni
Association 2,305 7 11 122 276 56 114 210 1594 President/PM Vice President/Deputy PM Minister/Deputy Minister Ambassador/High Commissioner Chief or Deputy Chief of Defense Chief or Deputy Chief of Service Cabinet or Parliament appointment General/Flag Officer Alumni Senior
positions 313 Workshops 11,500 Participants Courses On Sept. 30, 1994 President Clinton signed H.R. 4650 to establish the “Nimitz Center.” During the year, name is changed to the “Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies.” The Center officially opened on Sept. 4, 1995, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by the Honorable William J. Perry, then-Secretary of Defense and General John M. Shalikashvili, then Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff. August 2020 Defense Secretary Esper the Keynote speaker at DKI APCSS’ 3rd Speaker Series and 25th Anniversary Commemoration Our History The Hawaii Congressional Delegation announces the redesignation of APCSS as the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS). The change is included in the 2015 National Defense Authorization Act. Learn more September 1994-1995 February 2015 The Lamp of Knowledge represents the academic focus of the Center and signifies the desire to foster understanding, cooperation and the study of regional security issues. The laurel branches form a Wreath of Peace that emphasize the Center’s non-warfighting approach to addressing regional security issues. The visible portion of the world globe depicts the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s area of responsibility. Seal The continuous ribbon symbolizes the strong interrelationship among the six geographic regions of the Asia-Pacific theater. The Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies seal was conceptualized
by Dr. Jimmie R. Lackey, who was then an Army colonel, and is a former DKI APCSS executive director. The Center was renamed on February 2015 to Honor the late Senator, Daniel K. Inouye.

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Japan-U.S. Security Discussion

Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA brought together former chiefs of staff of the Japan Self-Defense Forces and former commanders of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command for the inaugural Japan-U.S. Security Discussion (JUSSD), a high-level dialogue focused on the present status and future growth of the U.S.-Japan alliance. This important convening was co-hosted with the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS) in Honolulu, HI.

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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B. Seth Bailey OSD | USD (Policy) | Indo-Pacific Security Affairs (IPSA) INDOPACOM
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Peter Gumataotao Acting Deputy Director,
CAPT (Ret) Richard F. Sears Development
Advisor
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