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Causes: International, National Security
Mission: The mission of the center for a new american security(cnas) is to develop strong, pragmatic and principled national security and defense policies building on the expertise and experience of its staff and advisors. Cnas engages policy makers, experts and the public with innovative, fact-based research, ideas and analyses to shape and elevate the national security debate. Cnas' mission is to inform and prepare the national security leaders of today and tomorrow.
Programs: Defense strategy: the defense strategies and assessments program examines the range of strategic investment choices and opportunities available to preserve american military dominance in the face of emerging security challenges. The center for a new american security considers the evolving future security environment, alternative concepts of operations and force structure, and looks to mine past security paradigms for lessons applicable to current challenges. The defense strategies and assessments program proposes pragmatic recommendations, within realistic fiscal and political constraints, to preserve the united states' role as a military leader in the world. This program includes analysis of wargaming, history, force structures and their strategic implications, service roles and missions, high/low platform mix, logistics and enablers, and the evolution of the precision-guided weapons regime.
transatlantic security: the transatlantic security program explores and analyzes the relationship between the united states and europe with a focus on mutual security. From determining how the nato alliance should address 21st century threats to examining the future of the european union, the program aims to craft new and innovative ways for the united states to work closely with its european allies. This is done in a variety of ways, from tabletop exercises to direct engagement with communities across america. Drawing on the knowledge and real-world experience of its team and associated adjuncts, along with its network of public and private sectors partners, the program provides policymakers on both sides of the atlantic with concrete ideas and recommendations.
external relations: the external relations department of the center for a new american security (cnas) is responsible for the center's media outreach, congressional engagement, website and events. The external relations department also crafts and executes the center's social media strategy. Cnas's external relations team crafts its messages and public priorities, and ensures that cnas reports and commentaries have maximum impact on the policy discussion. Cnas holds an annual conference that is dedicated to bringing together leaders in the field of security. The conference plays host to over 500 participants in washington dc.
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