We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our co-founder and lifelong friend, Dr. Barry Blechman. Barry, a lifelong advocate for nuclear nonproliferation, dedicated himself to creating a peaceful and prosperous world. He will be dearly missed.

Despite a fragile ceasefire between Israel, the U.S., and Iran, instability continues to plague the Middle East where a new imbalance of power may be pushing security and lasting peace even farther away. 📝Read the latest commentary from Staša Salacanin.

#UpcomingEvent: Join us for the launch of our New Visions in Grand Strategy project and our discussion on the future of US foreign policy @EmmaMAshford, @JuliaGledhill, @ThisIsSoliman, and @Ali_Wyne. Moderated by @capreble. 🗓️Sep. 17.⏰4:00 - 6:00 PM EDT.

"The scope of her public appearances certainly has expanded from military-related sites to political and economic events over the years. If this is part of a succession campaign, this would certainly help with that effort," says @rachelminyoung1 @Reuters.

In a 🆕 report, @dan_grazier, @JASiebens, and Mackenna Rawlins explore the barriers to a #Taiwan invasion scenario and challenge the current assumptions in future military plans and conflict scenarios. Read the full report below ⤵️.

In a 🆕 Red Cell policy memo, experts @Rmanning4 and @matburrows outline the recent workforce trends and perceptions around the use of AI and its impact on employment gaps and the future of work. Read the full policy memo ⤵️.

"I think what we're seeing is that the Shanghai Cooperation Organization really has been mainly a talk shop, but it's become symbolic of a world that seems be trying to make itself 'America-proof'," argues Distinguished Fellow Robert Manning @FRANCE24.

🎥In an interview with @RaviReports of @ForeignPolicy, @EmmaMAshford makes the case for “realist internationalism,” a more nationalist approach to US foreign policy from her new book, "First Among Equals: U.S. Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World.".

RT @lawfare: The United States needs a new plan for fighting in contested skies. @StimsonCenter’s Kelly Grieco and Maximilian Bremer propos….

RT @capreble: Another important article on air denial by @ka_grieco and @StimsonCenter nonresident fellow Max Bremer

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📢NEW JOB ALERT! Looking for work at the intersection of nuclear nonproliferation and international security? Have a passion for research, outreach, and making an impact? Apply to be our Research Assistant for our Partnerships in Proliferation Prevention Program!.

🗞️Our Myanmar Project is launching a new two-year project to examine the influence of non-state armed groups in #Myanmar and their control over critical resources. The project is supported by a grant from the Australian Government Department of Defense .

📑End-use and end-user control systems are key tools for preventing the diversion of conventional arms. Our Conventional Defense Program, in collaboration with @UNIDIR, writes on the role of control systems in preventing unauthorized arms transfers.

“For this particular summit, the US may not be at the table, but the US is always present,” comments Yun Sun on the Eurasian summit for #China, #Russia, and #India in the latest @CNN article @IvanCNN.

In a 🆕 report, experts Yuki Tatsumi, Mackenna Rawlins, and @JASiebens examine the implications of Chinese economic coercion for U.S. allies and other partners in the #IndoPacific. Read the full report below ⤵️.

RT @UNIDIR: Thanks to all who joined our side event at #ATTCSP11, held in collaboration with @conflictarm and @StimsonCenter, on preventing….

What are the potential challenges and opportunities of nationalizing the US defense industry? Research Analyst @JuliaGledhill argues its merits to help curb the financial incentives for arms production in her latest op-ed on @RStatecraft.

"The takeaway is clear: While the United States is playing catch-up with the first drone revolution, China is racing ahead to lead the next one," write Senior Fellow @ka_grieco and Maximilian Bremer in their op-ed on @ForeignPolicy.

“No one in Beijing or New Delhi sees their re-energized diplomacy as a fundamental strategic shift. There’s still too much distrust,” comments Senior Fellow @MarkeyDaniel in the latest article from @RStatecraft. Read the full article below 👇.

🚨Join us in a couple weeks for our special discussion on the looming threat of climate change and environmental insecurity. Featuring @brucemcconnell and moderated by President and CEO Brian Finlay. 📅Sep. 11.⏰11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT.