Projects
Many believe that permanent peacetime alliances provide both security and leverage for the United States — but are today’s alliances really fit for purpose?
A mentorship program for emerging professionals seeking to accelerate their careers in foreign policy
This project explores critical issues at the intersection of geography, political economy, and foreign policy to better position U.S. policymakers to use the full range of tools of statecraft in an increasingly complex world
In-depth analysis of evolving grand strategies, competitive behaviors, and strategic alignments in the Indo-Pacific
Distinguishing today’s signals from the noise, exploring the risks and opportunities of tomorrow, and showcasing alternative futures of a changing world
A comprehensive assessment of the benefits and costs of military action from operational, strategic, and political perspectives.
As U.S. global dominance wanes, the next decade will define America’s role in a reshaped world. What vision should guide U.S. grand strategy?
A forward-looking series providing actionable solutions to the global challenges facing the next U.S. president, grounded in practical policy guidance for immediate executive action.
Elevating diplomacy as a tool of US statecraft
Reassessing some of the foundational beliefs that guide US foreign policy
Examining prevailing assumptions about the Global South and promoting new partnerships between the Global South and Western countries in an increasingly multipolar world order
Co-hosts Zack Cooper, Melanie Marlowe, and Christopher Preble debate the hard choices facing America’s national security and foreign policy communities.
A devil’s advocate approach to US foreign policy that puts forward innovative solutions and unorthodox thinking about America’s role in the world
Exploring the changing character of war and its implications for US foreign and defense policy
Recent Publications
Report
Examining and refuting arguments in support of nuclear superiority
Christopher Preble • Lucas Ruiz 
Podcast Episode 🎧
The Net Assessment crew dives into the defense of Taiwan
Christopher Preble • Melanie Marlowe • Zack Cooper
Podcast Episode 🎧
The Net Assessment crew discusses the consequences of war with Iran
Christopher Preble • Melanie Marlowe • Zack Cooper
Policy Memo
The United States’ current research and development approach is jeopardizing its future leadership in science and technology.
Mathew Burrows • Ellie Hardegree
Issue Brief
Considering the diplomatic opportunities and risks of hosting the world’s biggest sporting events
Evan Cooper • Will A. Smith
Commentary
Understanding Iran’s military strategy in response to Operation Epic Fury
Kelly A. Grieco
Commentary
The diminutive Doral summit was symbolic of Trump’s overtly ideological approach to the Americas, and a reminder of the costs of that strategy
Richard E. Feinberg
Podcast Episode 🎧
The Net Assessment crew discuss the derisking efforts of American allies and partners
Christopher Preble • Melanie Marlowe • Zack Cooper
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Experts
Senior Fellow
Nonresident Fellow
Nonresident Fellow
Counselor, Program Lead
Nonresident Fellow
Research Analyst
Nonresident Fellow
Senior Fellow
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Events
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Online or In-Person
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Online Only
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