The New European Defense and Security Map: The Case of Norway
05/23/2012
For Norway, the Arctic and it vast challenges and resources can be the anchor point for defense and security efforts for decades to come.
Anticipating a Nuclear Iran
05/23/2012
Preparing to constrain, contain and attack anticipated Iranian actions outside of Iran -- empowered by becoming a nuclear power -- will fuel many activities of the Arab states and Israel.
F-35B lifts off for first flight at Eglin
05/23/2012
The F-35B flight training begins at the joint training facility at Eglin AFB.
The Territorial and Maritime Dispute between Japan and China in the East China Sea
05/20/2012
Japanese and Chinese tensions in their maritime domains is a key element shaping the future of Asian security.
Getting on With It: Step Up F-35 Production
05/19/2012
Generals Corley and Looney argue that we need to get on with it and produce the F-35. General Deptula provides his insights as well.
F-16s Set Example of Concurrent Development
05/19/2012
By Gordon England May 7, 2012 Excerpts from Defense News Why is the F-16 fighter jet so successful, with 4,500 airplanes delivered and, 30 years later, still in production, while the F-35 is a continuing struggle? I was heavily involved in both programs, to include industry and government, and here…
The Truth Commission, the Brazilian Military and Strengthening Defense
05/18/2012
Kenneth Maxwell looks at the potential impact of the Truth Commission on Brazilian defense.
Politics and the Crumbling of Authority of Eurozone Leaders
05/18/2012
Hal Malmgren looks at the European dynamic just after the French presidential election.