Passive messaging includes all the unintended messages sent by a country on account of its appearance, reputation, and as a result of its daily activities that aren’t explicitly intended to send a message.Read more...

On December 6, the American Security Project (ASP) published a white paper, “A New American Message.” ASP co-founder and former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel provided introductory remarks, and a panel of experts discussed the US’ role in the world and how the rest of the world sees the United States.Read more...

Since the end of the Cold War, the United States has struggled to establish a credible, effective message suitable for competing in modern times. This paper discusses the problems in America's current message and recommends behaviors to improve its credibility overseas.Read more...

We shouldn’t always treat Russia culture as a malign tool of the Kremlin. Unfortunately, however, the Kremlin has given us good reason to view cultural diplomacy efforts with skepticism. We should welcome opportunities to build greater understanding between Americans and Russians, but we should always be wary of the sources behind these efforts and their motives.Read more...

Adjunct fellow Dr. Hamilton Bean high provides a comprehensive collection and synthesis of communication scholarship that engages security at multiple levels in "The Handbook of Communication and Security." Read more...

Putin’s recent crackdown on NGOs is a method of suppressing domestic dissent, but it also poses a threat to global track-two diplomacy. Read more...

The New Horizons humanitarian exercise in Guyana is an example of how military missions can support US diplomacy and bring the American message abroad.Read more...

With the U.S. Government shutdown having lasted 35 days, it’s becoming less clear that the American story is one that will continue to inspire, particularly if shutdowns become a matter of routine.Read more...

This issue brief documents several recent case studies of international corporate foreign policy decisions that can largely be seen as acts of corporate social responsibility, including corporate decisions about the Jamal Khashoggi murder, Israeli West Bank settlements, and Bangladeshi garment factories.Read more...

Maintaining a good image in Africa remains a priority in order to improve cooperation, promote development, and strengthen strategic and economic ties. So how is the U.S. doing in comparison to Russia and China?Read more...