Strategic Analysis
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The Dual Edges of Information Environments in Strategic Competition
By: Khair, Rayhan Read .pdf Introduction: The Role of Information in Modern Conflict 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). Democratic societies, characterized by their open information landscapes, enjoy many benefits but face the unique challenge…
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US National Defense Strategy and Japan’s Defense Posture in the Shadow of China
By: Khair, Rayhan Read .pdf Introduction: The Security Dilemma in East Asia 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…
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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. Media Influence and China 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…