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09/19/2026

Today, DKI APCSS recognizes the 79th birthday of the United States Air Force. Since 1947, the Air Force has defended our Nation in the air, in space, and across the globe with courage, innovation, and commitment to service. Thank you to the Airmen past and present for your service.
Aim High... Fly, Fight, Win!

09/18/2026

Congratulations to our newest graduates! Yesterday we celebrate their successful completion of the Comprehensive Security Cooperation course, culminating with a keynote address from DASW Christopher Mamaux. Our Fellows return to their nations ready to lead and contribute to a stable and prosperous region. We are proud to welcome them into our global alumni network.

09/17/2026

In a robust week of engagements with Republic of Korea government ministries, security think tanks, and defense industrial base partners, the team from DKI APCSS visited with the Korea Institute of Defense Analysis (KIDA).
Director Suzy Vares-Lum and Dean James Minnich spoke with KIDA President LTG (Ret) Kim Jung-soo of their long history working with the Center and had concrete discussions on comprehensive opportunities between their respective institutions.

09/16/2026

감사합니다 Gamsahamnida! Thank you to our many hosts in the Republic of Korea who took the time to meet with the MARS 2026 Fellows and provide them the tools they need to understand how countries and industry can work better together to solve common challenges to our defense industrial bases. The MARS 2026 program is almost complete, with only one week of productive engagements remaining.

09/16/2026

The "Great Game" exercise was held earlier this week during the Comprehensive Security Cooperation course. This capstone exercise challenges our Fellows to apply their learning in a dynamic simulation. It’s a key part of equipping security practitioners to counter coercion and lead multilateral responses to regional crises.

09/15/2026

On Saturday, we celebrated the rich tapestry of our DKI APCSS Fellows with our "Taste of the World" event. This wonderful tradition allows Fellows to share their culture and cuisine, forging a networked community and strengthening personal bonds that are the foundation of true partnership.

09/15/2026

How are , , and networked systems reshaping littoral operations? In our latest Security Nexus Perspective, DKI APCSS’s Inez Miyamoto, Wade Turvold, and Niel Kaneshiro explore why integrated doctrine, innovation, and leader development across all domains are essential for future advantage.

Discover how domain convergence can strengthen resilience, mass, and precision in contested environments.

Read the full article: https://dkiapcss.edu/new-security-nexus-perspective-rethinking-the-littorals/

09/14/2026

While in Seoul, the DKI APCSS team, led by Director Suzy Vares-Lum and Dean James Minnich, visited with Yi Wonwoo, Director-General for North American Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
This dynamic and engaging discussion, grounded in shared histories and experiences, explored new opportunities to work together.
Director Vares-Lum emphasized how the Center utilizes workshops and courseworkin security related higher education to strengthen peace and stability throughout the region, building networks of alumni and empowering our allies and like-minded partners.

09/11/2026

Today, as our nation marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, DKI APCSS reflects on the enduring lessons of homeland defense, deterrence, and resilience. Guided by our strategy, the Center remains committed to advancing Indo-Pacific security by educating, connecting, and empowering U.S., ally, and partner practitioners to develop shared solutions and achieve Peace through Strength. We remember with purpose.

09/11/2026

What can 25 years of teach the about today’s security challenges? In the latest Security Nexus Perspective, DKI APCSS Prof. Shyam Tekwani reveals why true security goes beyond visible threats and military responses—it’s about understanding the political grievances, public trust, and authority that fuel conflict.

“The War That Left the Room: What Twenty-Five Years of Counterterrorism Can Teach the Asia-Pacific” explores how lessons from the past can help us navigate gray-zone competition, maritime coercion, and information warfare. Tekwani argues that only by addressing the deeper political context can we build lasting security partnerships and effective responses.

Discover the full article at: https://dkiapcss.edu/new-security-nexus-perspective-the-war-that-left-the-room/

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