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U.S. National Security and Foreign Policy
 

U.S. domestic security depends on a vigorous and national interest–focused foreign policy, a strong and well-funded military, a streamlined force structure armed with cutting-edge technology, and robust intelligence policies. This section of the website gathers together AEI research, books, and events focused on aspects of U.S. national security and foreign policy.

 
Feature: Keeping America Safe

Former vice president Dick Cheney, a member of AEI's Board of Trustees, was honored recently with the Center for Security Policy's Keeper of the Flame Award, a recognition of individuals who have devoted their public careers to the advancement of democracy, freedom, and economic opportunity. Vice President Cheney's remarks focused on the importance of the United States keeping its word to our allies, with specific reference to the Obama administration's reversal on missile defense systems in Poland and the Czech Republic and the decisions Obama will have to make on Iraq and Afghanistan. In May, Mr. Cheney spoke at AEI on the Bush administration's national security policy and provided a blueprint for keeping America safe in the future.

 

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McChrystal Lite
 
A clever commander like McChrystal and the capable troops he leads will no doubt figure out how to make the most of what they have got. But a half-surge would seem to cut their prospects of winning by more than half.
 
The Two-Front War
 
Pakistan has shown surprising determination and competence in its struggle against one part of the Islamist network. The United States must show similar determination and competence in our struggle against the other.
 
Thanks for Visiting, Sorry about the Cars
 
Wherever else the status quo ante may reign, the Obama administration has brought change to the tradition of sending foreign dignitaries home with lovely parting gifts.
 
U.S. Must Back Karzai--Flaws and All
 
We must go to war with the partners we have, not necessarily the ones we would like to have.
 
 
Ground Truth The Future of U.S. Land Power
 
If the United States is to maintain its status asthe sole superpower, Donnelly and Kagan argue, American land power must be restructured to confront unprecedented challenges.  
 
Surrender Is Not an Option Defending America at the United Nations and Abroad
 
A candid personal account of Bolton's turbulent sixteen-month tenure at the United Nations.  
 
Japan Society Celebrating a Century, 1907-2007
 
This book explores the central role that cultural exchange has played in the bilateral relationship between the United States and Japan.  
 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
 
This AEI conference will address the importance and impact of the APEC summit, as well as long-term U.S. policy and interests in the Asia-Pacific...
 
 
The U.S.-Japan alliance is undergoing one of its tensest moments in recent years. If the alliance is to maintain its role as the cornerstone of...
 
 
 
PAST EVENTS
 
 
The United States faces a critical decision point in its next steps in Afghanistan. This event will address the implications of such policy choices and the prospects for success in the struggle against extremist forces.
 
 
At this AEI event, Kimberly Kagan will discuss her new book, which provides readers with a thorough understanding of how the operations, widely known as "the surge," dramatically brought Iraq away from the tragedy of civil war.