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Presentation: A look at the European Intervention Initiative (EI2)

Bertrand Toujouse | October 03, 2018

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Uncharted Waters

Nearly 10 years have passed since the quiet release of Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency that set off a worldwide frenzy for alternative currencies. Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin...

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The Soldier’s Heavy Load

Body armor saves lives. Modern body armor has given U.S. troops an unparalleled advantage on the battlefield, improving survivability and reducing casualties. This protection ...

Asia-Pacific Security

Power Play

The United States and China are in a competition to shape the course of the 21st century. At stake is whether the prevailing international order that has backstopped peace, pr...

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