Rayhan
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The South China Sea Dispute: Is it Worth?
Iskandar, Aang Picture: Adopted from i-stock. Read .pdf 1. Introduction This research paper sets the context for the study and provides an overview of the key themes that the article will be focused on. In doing so, it introduces the South China Sea dispute and outlines the paper’s main focus in exploring its relevance to…
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The Dual Edges of Information Environments in Strategic Competition
By: Khair, Rayhan Read .pdf In the modern information age, the distinction between open and restricted environments significantly impacts strategic competition and operational dynamics, particularly in Operations in Information Environment (OIE). Unquestionably, democratic societies, characterized by their open information landscapes, enjoy many benefits but face the unique challenge of disinformation due to the unrestricted information…
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Security Dilemma: US National Defense Strategy and Japan’s Defense Posture in the Shadow of China
Read .pdf by: Khair, Rayhan. This essay explores the concept of the security dilemma and its implications for current US strategy in East Asia, drawing upon the foundational theories presented in the works of Jervis.[1] The security dilemma, where one nation’s defense efforts alarm others, is starkly evident between the US and East Asia, driving a…
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International Surveys and Soft Power
Read .pdf Examining the Influence of Foreign Media Advertisements and South China Sea Events on Global Approval of China By: Khair, Rayhan. Background The controversy over the Nine-Dash Line has stoked tensions and conflicts in the South China Sea region. The People’s Republic of China (PRC) asserts that the line represents its historical rights and sovereignty…
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The Information Domain of 2030: Data Exploitation as Weapons of the Future
Read .pdf Khair, Rayhan Imamul As we near a new decade, the scale of the evolving digital landscape is nearly impossible to comprehend. The Information Domain of 2030 isn’t simply a continuation of today’s trends; it’s a complex environment in which data becomes a decisive front in every battle. As technology becomes more integrated into…