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The New US Arctic Strategy. Welcome back, America!
On 7 October 2022, the US released its National Strategy for the Arctic Region, a welcome, important new policy. It marks a strong and clarifying shift in the US’s focus […]
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What news from the Ukrainian front? A net assessment
The ongoing bombing of Ukraine may create the impression that the war has become hopeless. In addition, the economic and political consequences are making themselves increasingly felt everywhere.
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Local Elections in Taiwan: The DPP’s China Card Backfires
Since the 1990s, the Republic of China (Taiwan) has been one of Asia’s most vibrant and competitive democracies. The People’s Republic of China (PRC), Taiwan’s antagonistic neighbor on the western […]
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No Security for Ukraine or Europe without a Secure Black Sea and Mediterranean
The Mediterranean and the Black Seas should not be viewed principally as “borders” for purposes of European security, with the attendant “Frontex”-type strategies augmented by a modicum of naval power.
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The World’s First Aircraft with Sixth-Generation Technologies to be Introduced to the Public: the B-21 Raider Bomber
Today, US defence, cyber, and aerospace company Northrop Grumman will introduce the world’s first aircraft with sixth-generation technologies to the public. Apart from the fact that this showcases US’ technological […]
Why Belgium Needs a Cyber Command
On 19 October 2022, the Belgian Ministry of Defence declared the Initial Operating Capability of its new Cyber Command. Responding to the trend of states seeking competitive advantages in a […]