The current U.S. strategy to reopen the strait is enforcing a blockade on traffic to and from Iranian ports while trading tit-for-tat strikes with Iran in an attempt to force them into negotiations. Since this strategy has thus far proven unfruitful, what other options does the U.S. have? Read more...
Indonesia’s acquisition of the aircraft carrier and hypersonic missiles signal a shift toward limited area access denial (A2/AD) capabilities and enhanced maritime domain awareness, positioning Jakarta as a more active—though still non-aligned—security actor in the Indo-Pacific.Read more...
Maritime chokepoints have become an inherent vulnerability to the global economy. In the wake of its war with Iran, the U.S. will need to formulate a response strategy.Read more...
Autonomous systems are a strategic reality of 21st century warfare, and can raise costs for potential adversaries while enabling a more sustainable and resilient force posture.Read more...
The 2026 Balikatan exercise reflects the growing institutionalization of allied deterrence in the region between America and its partners.Read more...
This week, two U.S. Navy ships arrived in Da Nang, marking the first port visit to Vietnam in two years. This follows Secretary Hegseth’s trip to the country in early November, where he pledged deeper security cooperation between the two countries.Read more...
Using lethal military force to counter drug trafficking could undermine U.S. drug enforcement efforts and harm regional strategic interests. Read more...
If China moves to invade Taiwan, top U.S. Navy leadership plans to turn the South China Sea into a “hellscape” of unmanned surface, aerial, and underwater vehicles. Read more...
Undersea data cables carry 99% of global data traffic but remain highly vulnerable to sabotage, espionage, and cyber threats. As China expands its control over this infrastructure, U.S. national security is at risk. Without stronger monitoring, intelligence sharing, and security frameworks, these weaknesses will continue to be exploited—threatening the integrity of global communications.Read more...
In the aftermath of the Australian Prime Minister’s visit to China, it is worth examining relations between the two as well as between Australia and the US.Read more...
