Defense Priorities

Articles

ExplainerAsia, Basing and force posture, Global posture, Military analysis

A second island chain strategy for Asia

By Jennifer Kavanagh

September 10, 2026

In the mediaGlobal posture, Europe and Eurasia, Grand strategy

The meaning of “America First” is in flux

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

January 20, 2026

In the mediaWestern Hemisphere, Alliances, Global posture

‘Golden Dome’ and a U.S. defence pivot create new challenges for Canada

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

October 3, 2025

In the mediaGlobal posture, Grand strategy

A U.S. defense strategy is coming, just not from the president

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh and Dan Caldwell

July 28, 2025

In the mediaChina, Air power, Asia, Balance of power, Global posture, Land power, Naval power

What does China’s military gain from operating 2 aircraft carriers in second island chain?

Featuring Lyle Goldstein

June 13, 2025

Op-edNorth Korea, Air power, Asia, Balance of power, Global posture, Land power, Naval power

Trump’s North Korea conundrum

By Daniel DePetris

June 12, 2025