Center For Strategic International Studies imprint: 249 books
New Energy, New Geopolitics
Balancing Stability and Leverage
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2015
This report evaluates the energy and geopolitical shifts that have arisen from the production of shale gas and light tight oil in the United States. It begins by assessing how much the unconventional energy trend has already impacted energy, geopolitics, and national security. The report then posits...
by Kathleen H. Hicks, Andrew Metrick, Lisa Sawyer Samp
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2016
In this report, the CSIS International Security Program analyzes Russian undersea intentions and capabilities in the near to mid-term and the ability of NATO and partner nations to respond effectively. The assessment identifies gaps in current Western organizations, capabilities, and posture and offers...
Amphibious Shipping Shortfalls
Risks and Opportunities to Bridge the Gap
Language: English
Release Date: September 18, 2014
In this report, the CSIS Harold Brown Chair in Defense Policy Studies analyzes the types of capabilities necessary across the range of military operations, and compares that with the characteristics of amphibious ships, as well as those in the Combat Logistics Fleet, Maritime Prepositioning Force,...
Japan's Global Health Policy
Developing a Comprehensive Approach in a Period of Economic Stress
Language: English
Release Date: May 30, 2013
Recent years have seen a considerable shift in the sources of financial assistance for global health activities. With the private sector as well as emerging economies joining the more developed nations as major players, the balance of power is changing, leading to a momentous shift in perceptions...
The Evolving Military Balance in the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia
Missile, DPRK and ROK Nuclear Forces, and External Nuclear Forces
Language: English
Release Date: July 10, 2013
The Evolving Military Balance in the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia describes the strategy, force deployments, and the military balance in potential current and future scenarios involving the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Republic of Korea, People’s Republic of China, Japan, and...
The Afghan War in 2013: Meeting the Challenges of Transition
Afghan Economics and Outside Aid
Language: English
Release Date: May 28, 2013
After more than a decade of fighting in Afghanistan, the United States and its allies are set to transfer security responsibilities to Afghan forces in 2014. This transition poses many challenges, and much will depend on the future of Afghan politics, governance, corruption, development, security,...
by Kathleen H. Hicks, Zack Cooper, Michael J. Green
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2014
This report is the first regional study in the CSIS Federated Defense series. The Federated Defense Project aims to shift the paradigm with key allies and partners from capacity building to a federated approach that would expand regional security and prosperity by joining regional allies and partners...
by David J. Berteau, Zack Cooper, Michael J. Green
Language: English
Release Date: December 22, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: December 22, 2014
This report seeks to clarify the stated objectives of the US rebalance strategy, reviewing regional responses, and assessing the status of the rebalance, which is critical to reinforcing regional stability by strengthening US relationships, presence, and capabilities. The authors evaluate both public...
The State of African Resilience
Understanding Dimensions of Vulnerability and Adaptation
Language: English
Release Date: April 8, 2015
During the last decade, sub-Saharan Africa enjoyed unprecedented rates of economic growth, with new technologies, better governance, and increasing investment flows creating new opportunities for innovation and economic and human development. Yet across the continent, vulnerable populations continue...
Remaking American Power
Potential Energy Market Impacts of EPA’s Proposed GHG Emission Performance Standards for Existing Electric Power Plants
Language: English
Release Date: November 17, 2014
This study seeks to help inform federal and state policymakers, energy producers, investors, and consumers about the potential energy market impacts of state and federal policy decisions associated with the Clean Power Plan as proposed. The report outlines the potential electric power sector and broader...
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Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2014
Nuclear Notes is a publication of the CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues (PONI) featuring innovative thinking by rising experts in the nuclear field. Its goal is to advance the public debate about nuclear weapons strategy, arms control, nonproliferation, disarmament, and other nuclear issues by providing...
Project on Nuclear Issues
A Collection of Papers from the 2015 Conference Series
Language: English
Release Date: June 10, 2016
This annual volume includes papers from the 2015 CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues' Capstone Conference. Spanning a wide range of technical and policy issues, the papers further discussion in their respective areas and contribute to the training of the greater nuclear community.
Oversight and Accountability in U.S. Security Sector Assistance
Seeking Return on Investment
Language: English
Release Date: February 22, 2018
With the range of security challenges confronting the United States in the 21st century, characterized by competition by both state and nonstate actors, the importance of working with allies and partners to address common challenges is paramount. Deeper examination of the relative effectiveness of...
Distributed Defense
New Operational Concepts for Integrated Air and Missile Defense
Language: English
Release Date: December 29, 2017
Despite the rising salience of missile threats, current air and missile defense forces are far too susceptible to suppression. Today’s U.S. air and missile defense (AMD) force lacks the depth, capacity, and operational flexibility to simultaneously perform both missions. Discussions about improving...