The burgeoning technology war between China and the U.S. is creating political tensions and implications for national security and development. Read more...

As the push for renewables continues, the United States must focus on building a domestic supply chain of rare earth elements in order to enhance national security and energy independence. Read more...

ASP Board Member Admiral William Fallon, USN (Ret.) was recently quoted in the Washington Post on naval digital warfare technology.Read more...

The Global Methane Assessment is a stark reminder of the importance of reinstating methane regulations in the United States. Read more...

This assassination deals a significant blow to the diplomatic approach Biden is expected to take toward U.S.-Iran relations, no matter who actually carried out the attack, fueling a continued era of mistrust between Iran, Israel, and the United States. Read more...

To ensure the safety and security of the U.S. and our allies, the Biden administration should look to rejoin the OST, but not without thoroughly reassessing and reevaluating its content and relevance. This can be achieved through an emphasis on mutual nuclear transparency concerns and global security threats in a changing international system, supported by renewed scientific collaboration. Read more...

On November 12, commentary from ASP President Brigadier General Stephen Cheney was featured in a Military.com article on the necessity of building a sea wall around Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. Read more...

For better or for worse, North Korea's new ICBM merely reaffirms what the U.S. already knows: that North Korea is a legitimate nuclear threat that must not be forgotten amidst standoffs with other adversaries like China. No matter its true capabilities, the Hwasong-16's presence is a cautious reminder and clear demonstration that past U.S. diplomatic efforts have failed and that North Korea still intends to push the envelope on its nuclear expansion. Read more...

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and upheaval of the U.S. university business model, there is a great opportunity to guard against foreign influence as research dollars and foreign gifts become more important while student income goes down. U.S. universities are on the front line to guard against foreign interference and protect the U.S. research enterprise.Read more...

The United States and the rest of the world are fighting an “infodemic,” as coined by the World Health Organization. Social media platforms must work together to decisively curb the proliferation of disinformation and misinformation.Read more...