Threats
China’s Increased Military Activity Near Taiwan a ‘New Normal’ Says Pentagon
The Pentagon identifies 2027 as a key deadline for China military modernization, then 2035 and 2049.
Threats
Hawaiian Families Struggle With Health a Year After Red Hill Fuel Leak
A clinic is being established to document symptoms and care for patients.
Threats
China Fired a New Missile After Pelosi’s Taiwan Visit, PacFleet Says
The weapon was part of a barrage of missiles and live-fire exercises meant to signal disapproval of the U.S. visit to the self-governing island.
Business
Boeing Defense to Cut Execs, Consolidate Divisions
The reorganization is part of a wider culture change pushed by the business unit’s new CEO.
Policy
Is the Pentagon Changing Fast Enough?
So far, two former defense insiders say, new service organizations are more promise than improvement.
Ideas
Biden’s Nuclear Policy Fails the Ukraine Test
His administration’s Cold War-style thinking is missing a golden opportunity.
Threats
Only Half the Parts Are Waiting When US Attack Submarines Come in For Repairs
The Navy’s attack-sub PEO has a plan to fix this, but he’ll need approval from higher-ups and the Hill.
Ideas
How to Keep War With China From Being a Pick-Up Game
INDOPACOM needs a joint force headquarters now, not when crisis arrives.
Science & Tech
Here’s the Last Hurdle Keeping Subs from Being Drone Motherships
The unmanned underwater vehicles need software that enables them to come back aboard via torpedo tube.
Threats
A Handful of Ohio Subs Could Get Yet Another Service Life Extension
The move would give the Navy more available SSBNs during its transition to the Columbia class.
Threats
When China Pushes, Push Back, Admiral Says
Seventh Fleet commander says the U.S. needs to continue freedom of navigation patrols in the Pacific.
Science & Tech