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FYSA Summary: November 2013

Core Content

FYSA (For Your Situational Awareness) is a monthly electronic publication by the International Security Program (ISP) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). It provides a snapshot of the ISP's ongoing work, highlights recent events and media outreach, and includes opinion pieces on international security and defense policy.

Upcoming Events

U.S.-Canada Bilateral Defense Relations
- Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2013
- Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Location: CSIS, 1616 Rhode Island Ave., NW
New Nuclear Suppliers
- Date: Friday, December 13, 2013
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Location: CSIS, 1616 Rhode Island Ave., NW
Project on Nuclear Issues 2013 Fall Conference
- Date: December 17-18, 2013
- Location: CSIS, 1616 Rhode Island Ave., NW

Recent Events

Global Security Forum 2013
- Featured keynote remarks by Secretary Chuck Hagel and breakout sessions led by Kathleen Hicks and David Berteau.
Performance of the Defense Acquisition System
- Featured keynote remarks by Frank Kendall and a panel discussion.
Military Strategy Forum: Rep. Adam Smith
- Rep. Smith addressed drones and laws and policies affecting counterterror operations.
A Path for Durable Defense Reform
- Featured Rep. Mac Thornberry on preserving military capabilities in a challenging budget climate.

From the Director's Chair

Kathleen H. Hicks (Director of the International Security Program) discusses the launch of FYSA and highlights new initiatives:

Federated Defense Project: Based on John Hamre's ideas, this project aims to enhance collaboration with allies and partners in the context of defense austerity. It focuses on pragmatic recommendations for defense planning and production.
Foreign Policy Crossroads Project: Aims to bring Americans into the debate on the U.S. role in global affairs.
CSIS is expanding its facilities and attracting more attention as a leading venue for foreign and defense policy discussions.

Syria's Chemical Weapons: Going, Going, Gone?

Sharon Squassoni highlights Syria's progress in international disarmament:

Syria agreed to eliminate its chemical weapons and production capacity under international pressure.
It acceded to the Chemical Weapons Convention and began the destruction process.
Despite these steps, concerns remain about the Assad regime potentially moving or hiding chemical weapons, and the OPCW needs vigilance and support to ensure complete destruction by mid-2014.

Droning On

Samuel J. Brannen discusses the U.S. use of drones in counterterrorism:

Drones have become a significant military capability, with the Obama administration failing to provide transparency on their use.
They have been used under well-defined rules of engagement, offering precision and protection for U.S. forces.
However, there is a lack of strategic conversation about their long-term role and potential risks.
The Pentagon is cutting UAS budgets due to a perception that they are not suitable for future anti-access/area-denial warfare, despite their effectiveness in recent conflicts.

The Data Corner: Defense Drawdown, Hollow Forces, and the Utility of the Earmark

Gregory Sanders analyzes the impact of budget constraints on the U.S. military:

The Department of Defense faces a budget drawdown due to sequestration and internal cost growth.
A "hollow force" is not inevitable, as evidenced by continued resource allocation despite reduced R&D spending.
The cancellation of large programs like the Future Combat System has contributed to budget cuts.
The report suggests that program cuts may lead to long-term cost growth, emphasizing the need for predictable budgets and flexibility in implementing cuts.

In the News

Jeh Johnson's DHS Confirmation Hearing: Highlighted the shift from a military to a law enforcement mindset in combating terrorism.
Kathleen Hicks on Obama's Relationship with the Military: Warned about the challenges of funding a diverse range of military activities.
Sam Brannen on Obama's Doctrine: Noted the use of low-visibility forces and unmanned systems in the long war against terrorism.

Recent Publications

Global Forecast 2014: Features insights from ISP senior fellows on global security trends.
The Turkey, Russia, Iran Nexus: Edited by Sam Brannen, explores evolving power dynamics in key regions.
Rethinking Civilian Stabilization and Reconstruction: Offers new perspectives on improving civilian tools for security challenges.