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Peace and Stability Operations
Welcome to the Tech Cold War
The US government's AI action plan sparked a "Tech Cold War" with China, creating two competing camps: US-led allies promoting deregulated innovation versus China's proposed global AI cooperation organization targeting developing nations.

Peace and Stability Operations
Lest We Forget
This article reflects on the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that killed 2,977 people, the subsequent establishment of Patriot Day for remembrance and service, and the unity that emerged afterward.

Peace and Stability Operations
Scenario Planning in a Chaotic World
Despite increasing global uncertainty, scenario planning remains highly valuable for modern businesses. Rather than predicting the future, it helps companies prepare for multiple possibilities, enabling proactive responses and competitive advantages.

Peace and Stability Operations
The U.S. Economy Could Suffer if Scientists and Students are Lured Overseas
Historically, America has attracted top global talent, but budget cuts and policy changes are now causing a 'brain drain' as scientists and researchers leave for other countries, potentially harming the country's economic competitiveness.

Peace and Stability Operations
Why Are We Still Debating What Makes a City Smart?
Smart cities should prioritize people over technology. Success requires focusing on people, processes, and technologies—in that order—to improve quality of life and create places people choose to live.

Peace and Stability Operations
The New Pope Transcends Borders and Ideologies
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pope in Catholic history. With his Augustinian background and international experience, he emphasizes unity, service to the poor, and bridge-building.
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Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

Peace and Stability Operations
Global Trends 2025
The National Intelligence Council's "Global Trends 2025" report predicts a future with resource scarcity, nuclear proliferation, and regional instability. It emphasizes potential dangers but acknowledges they're not inevitable. The report aims to stimulate strategic thinking for a more positive future.
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Peace and Stability Operations
The Fear of Nuclear Proliferation
This article discusses the challenges of international intervention in the aftermath of a deadly cyclone in Myanmar. The author acknowledges the limitations of intervention due to a reluctant international community and the resurgence of national sovereignty. However, the article argues that intervention should remain a tool, used with leverage, to achieve a more humane world order.

Peace and Stability Operations
Hindsight is Good — Foresight is Better
This article discusses a self-critical report by the US Army on the first 18 months of the Iraq War. The report admits the lack of planning for the invasion's aftermath and highlights the need for a "SysAdmin Force" focused on post-war stabilization. The author concludes by praising the Army's ability to learn and adapt but emphasizes the importance of foresight in preventing future casualties.

Peace and Stability Operations
The End of Intervention?
This article discusses the challenges of international intervention after a cyclone in Myanmar. Steve acknowledges the limitations are due to a reluctant international community and a resurgence of national sovereignty. However, intervention with leverage is argued to be a necessary tool for a more humane world order.