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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken participates in an interview with VOA Eastern Europe Chief Myroslava Gongadze in Kyiv, Ukraine, on January 19, 2022

China and Russia Rejoice as the U.S. Cuts Its Global Media

 Now is the time for U.S. policymakers to rethink how America conducts information warfare and develop strategies to prioritize influence and psychological operations against adversarial, authoritarian states.

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China’s Auto Sales in Russia Are Frozen Solid

Who could blame Russian consumers for being skittish about purchasing vehicles that can’t handle the cold?

The Navy’s Virginia-Class Submarines Are Getting an Upgrade

Equipped with MK48 heavy torpedoes and Tomahawk cruise missiles, fast-attack subs like the Virginia-class can rain terror on an adversary fleet.

China’s New HQ-19 Missile Defense System Might Be Better than America’s Best

At least on paper, China has created a better air defense system than even the mightiest American system. This is a major problem for U.S. forces in the Pacific.

We Just Got Our Best Look Yet at China’s J-36 Stealth Fighter

The most curious aspect of the J-36 footage seems to be the fact that the footage was taken at all. 

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America Must Rebuild Its Physical Economy

In order to compete with China and boost growth, the United States must better balance the software and hardware components of its economy.

How Trump’s Tariff War Could Strengthen America in the Long Run

By employing protectionist measures now, before the next great war begins, America can shield its eviscerated manufacturing sector—and perhaps restore it to fighting shape.

US President Donald J. Trump makes remarks at the 2023 CPAC

Why Trump Retreated on Tariffs

Trump may be about to discover that it is easier to begin a trade war than to end it successfully.

These Three Countries Are Backing Russia’s War in Ukraine

Although Russia would like people to think that it is fighting alone in Ukraine, the Russian military relies on foreign military aid to a far greater degree than is usually...

Ukraine Captures Chinese Citizens Fighting for Russia

The timing of the Chinese citizens’ capture—as Russia and Ukraine have begun indirect talks towards a ceasefire that would end the war—is notable, and President Zelensky highlighted their presence as...

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Look Out America: China’s Fujian Aircraft Carrier Is Coming Soon

The Fujian aircraft carrier may become the nation’s first-ever nuclear-powered surface vessel if commissioned.

World to Come: The Return of Trump and the End of the Old Order

If it is to survive, a multipolar world will require more, not less, international cooperation to tackle climate change and prevent another financial crisis or military conflict.