Publications

CNA Strategic Studies Publications

The Persian Complex: A Centuries-old Quest for Respect: Political, Cultural, and Religious Antecedents of The Iranian Worldview
December 1, 2008

CNA convened several of the country’s leading experts on Persian history and contemporary Iran for a workshop to examine some of the factors shaping Iranians’ view of themselves and of the West. In Iran, the past is very much present—tangibly, in the pre-Islamic and Islamic monuments, which are among the world’s cultural treasures, and metaphorically, in the collective consciousness.

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African Policy Issues for the Next Administration: A CNA Strategic Studies Conference April 9, 2008
October 1, 2008

In April 2008, CNA convened some of America’s leading experts on Africa from across a wide spectrum of disciplines and perspectives.

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CNA Workshop on Regional Issues: Russia, China and India: Strategic Interests in the Middle East
September 1, 2008
This is a report of a workshop on “Russia, China, and India: Strategic Interests in the Middle East” held on 24 July 2008 in Tampa, Florida, for the benefit of U.S. CENTCOM. The all-day session was conducted under the non-attribution rule. Current and former high-level U.S. government officials and regional experts offered their views on the three countries’ strategic interests in the region and on Russian and Chinese competition for influence and access to resources in Central Asia.
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What Does Syria Want ?
September 1, 2008
The distinguished American academic Raymond Hinnebusch, Director of the Centre for Syrian Studies and Professor of International Relations and Middle East Politics at the University of St. Andrews (UK), recently spoke at a France/U.S. dialogue in Paris co-sponsored by CNA and the Forum du Futur. Dr. Hinnebusch agreed to update his very thoughtful and salient presentation, “What Does Syria Want?” so that we might make it avail-able to a wider audience. The views expressed are his own and constitute an assessment of Syrian strategic think-ing. Raymond Hinnebusch may be contacted via e-mail at: rh10@st-andrews.ac.uk
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CNA/Forum du Futur: Transatlantic Dialogue on Lebanon Conference: Paris, May 15-16, 2008
July 1, 2008
Conference report on Transatlantic Dialoge convened by CNA and the French public policy NGO Forum du Futur on Lebanon in Paris, held May 15-16, 2008.
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Assessment of the Impact of 1206 Funded Projects in Lebanon, Pakistan, Yemen, Sao Tome and Principe
July 1, 2008

This study examines the operational effects of 1206 "global train and equip" programs in Lebanon, Pakistan, Yemen, Sao Tome and Principe.

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Report on the Gulf Naval Commanders Conference
July 1, 2008

On July 2, 2008, CNA participated in the Gulf Naval Commanders conference at the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The conference brought together military leaders in the region to discuss maritime security challenges in the Arabian Gulf. It was organized by the Institute for Near East and Gulf Military Analysis (INEGMA), and was under the patronage of General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi. The conference featured high-ranking officers from Arabian Gulf countries and coalition partners. The audience comprised Arab and coalition navy, coast guard, and marine personnel, as well as think tank and private industry professionals.

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CNA / Forum du Future Transatlantic Dialogue on Lebanon Conference: Paris, May 15-16, 2008
July 1, 2008
Conference report on Transatlantic Dialoge convened by CNA and the French public policy NGO Forum du Futur on Lebanon in Paris, held May 15-16, 2008.
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Iraqi Navy: Capability Requirements and Force Structure Recommendations 2015 and Beyond
January 1, 2008
This study, sponsored by Commander, US Naval Forces Central Command, identifies the future missions, concepts of operations, and capability requirements for the Iraqi Navy, and recommends a force structure for 2015 and beyond. We found that the Iraqi Navy will need two patrol boats; six fast, armed shallow-draft boats; three harbor patrol craft; three armed helicopters; coastal artillery; fixed radar; automatic identification systems; forward-looking infrared equipment; specialized units for diving, mine countermeasures, and explosive ordnance disposal; and equipment to provide flexible and secure command, control, and communications. This study was well received by the sponsor and the Iraqi Navy, and the Iraqi Minister of Defense has incorporated our recommendations into the navy’s force structure plan for 2008-2020.
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Workshop Report: "The Future of ROK Navy--US Navy Cooperation"
October 1, 2007

This Conference was the first in a series of collaborative events between CNA and KIMS. The primary objective of the series of the assist in improving the working relationship between the US Navy and the Republic of Korea Navy. The concept is to provide a Track II venue where retired and serving officers from both navies, along with civilian experts, can meet in a scholarly/unofficial atmosphere that permits a candid exchange of views on strategic outlooks and shared interests associated with the maritime domain. This conference was specific deliverable associated with the CNA project entitled "Asset Utilization and Shaping," sponsored by Commander Fleet Forces Command in the FY-05 CNA Annual Plan. This task to explore ROKN-USN cooperation is in support of Commander Pacific Fleet. Establishing a relationship with maritime/defense oriented ROK think-tanks was undertaken at the express request of then Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Gary Roughhead.

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