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Policy Dynamics

Shaping a More Effective Deterrent Capability: NATO Modernizes Its Command Structure:

Posted on November 11, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
11/11/2017
NATO is modernizing its command structure to enhance deterrence in Europe.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

The Catalan Crisis and Its European Context

Posted on November 10, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
11/10/2017
The repercussions of events in Barcelona are already rippling through the EU.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Putting the Niger Ambush Into Perspective

Posted on November 10, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
11/10/2017
The Niger Ambush puts the fight against Islamic terrorists into perspective.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Mattis Visits Finland: Highlights the Importance of Nordic Defense

Posted on November 10, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
11/10/2017
Finland is playing an increasingly important role in the defense of the region.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

President Trump Goes to China: The North Korean Crisis Sets the Context

Posted on November 2, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
11/02/2017
Trump and Xi set an agenda by what the do or don't do.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Changing the Business Rules: Enhancing the Capabilities for Airpower IB 21

Posted on October 15, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
10/15/2017
Our own business rules guarantee that we will not take full advantage of the software upgradeable platforms we are ALREADY buying.
Posted in Con Ops, Policy Dynamics, What's New

Catalonia, Moscow and Tehran: The Shifting Tides of Global Politics

Posted on October 7, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
10/07/2017
As Sherlock Holmes once put it: “The game is afoot.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Hiding in Plain View: North Korean Nuclear Intentions

Posted on September 29, 2017 | by Robbin Laird
09/29/2017
North Korea will be the world’s first nuclear armed extortionist.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New
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