Hudson Institute Events Podcast

01:16:36

The Situation in Afghanistan and America’s Interests...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/22

As the security situation in Afghanistan deteriorates, the Trump administration should reassess America’s approach to the country and US strategic posture in the region. At Hudson, General Jack Keane (Ret.) will deliver a keynote address. Then a panel of experts will discuss the future of Afghanistan and US interests in South and Central Asia.

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01:07:55

The View from Riyadh

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/15

Join Senior Fellow Michael Doran, director of Hudson’s Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, for an event with Bernard Haykel, a new Hudson senior fellow and a leading authority on Saudi Arabia’s political, societal, and religious landscape.They will discuss Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s vision for the kingdom, including his ambitious social and economic reforms. The event will also address the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Gulf region, the persistent challenge Iran poses,

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00:58:07

Using New Technologies to Stop Chinese Aggression

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/11

On a near-daily basis, Chinese forces encircle Taiwan, interfere with Philippine fishing and shipping, and intrude on Japan’s territory. China’s leaders regularly threaten these United States allies with further escalation—including invasion—if they do not yield to Beijing’s demands. Fortunately, the new administration has made protecting US allies from China its top defense priority.But to do so while also seeking to rein in defense spending, the US will need to use emerging technologies and

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01:03:52

On Democracies and Death Cults Israel and the Future...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/10

In his new book On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization, journalist Douglas Murray examines the historical and ideological motivations that underpin the latest global wave of antisemitic violence. Using accounts of both survivors and perpetrators of the October 7 massacre, he pieces together the true story of those atrocities and their aftermath. He draws a clear distinction between Israel’s commitment to individual rights and democracy and Hamas’s glorification of

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00:52:37

Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers Stephen...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/07

Stephen Miran, chairman of President Donald Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers, will provide remarks at Hudson Institute and join Senior Fellow Thomas Duesterberg for a conversation on the administration’s economic agenda and the outlook for America’s trade partners. Chairman Miran will also discuss the intersection of trade and national security and global public goods provided by the United States.

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01:10:11

Evolving Issues in Regulation of Digital Platforms: A...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/07

Join Hudson for a discussion on European Union and United Kingdom competition and regulatory authorities’ increasing focus on digital platforms. Topics will include:The features of digital platforms that have attracted competition law and regulatory scrutinyReform initiatives including the UK Digital Markets Unit, and European Commission’s Digital Markets Act, and antitrust probes into big techEmerging challenges for defining and regulating digital platformsPolicy interventions relating to digital

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00:59:23

Mexico Navigates New Challenges

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/04

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum faces a formidable set of challenges with enormous stakes for the country. New American tariffs signal a turning point in supply chain integration with the United States and will disrupt Mexico’s most productive economic sectors. And although Sheinbaum has taken a stronger approach to organized crime by extraditing cartel leaders, increasing arrests, and seizing more fentanyl, the recent discovery of a mass grave of cartel victims underscores the country’s

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01:14:23

Regional Power Competition in the Horn of Africa

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/03

The Horn of Africa is one of the world’s most sensitive and strategic regions. It overlooks vital shipping lanes that connect Asia and Europe, shares a maritime border with the Middle East, and has thousands of miles of Indian Ocean coastline. The region is also home to Africa’s second most populous country, Ethiopia; one of the continent’s most important ports, Djibouti; and Chinese, American, and other military bases. But the Horn’s deep political tensions and history of conflict make it difficult

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00:53:39

America First and the Trump Administration’s New...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Join Hudson’s Mario Mancuso, William Chou, and Thomas Duesterberg for a discussion about the Trump administration’s recently announced America First Investment Policy. The event will explore the new policy through the lens of strategic competition between the United States and China, US alliance politics, and broader political economy considerations.

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00:53:38

Great Power Competition in the Horn of Africa

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/04/01

The Horn of Africa is one of the world’s most sensitive and strategic regions. It overlooks vital shipping lanes that connect Asia and Europe, shares a maritime border with the Middle East, and has thousands of miles of Indian Ocean coastline. The region is also home to Africa’s second most populous country, Ethiopia; one of the continent’s most important ports, Djibouti; and Chinese, American, and other military bases. But the Horn’s deep political tensions and history of conflict make it difficult

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01:10:42

Fully Exploiting Autonomous Military Systems

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/31

Drones’ prominent role in the Russia-Ukraine War and air strikes across the Middle East have demonstrated that the future of warfare will be automated. Despite being the first to field robotic systems, the United States military has been slow to embrace autonomous capabilities at scale or take operators out of the decision-making loop. The Department of Defense’s hesitance is due, in part, to legitimate concerns about the reliability of automated capabilities. But adversaries like China or Russia

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01:32:25

Building a Sustainable and Successful Semiconductor...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/28

The next four years will be critical for American industrial policy as Washington seeks to strengthen its position in global semiconductor fabrication. Building on the Trump administration’s efforts to reshore semiconductor design and manufacturing, policymakers and industry professionals will need to collaborate on a comprehensive plan to foster a robust semiconductor ecosystem in the United States.Senior Fellow Jason Hsu will moderate a discussion with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company

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00:56:05

The Future of Autonomous Undersea Warfare

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/28

The integration of uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) with Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines is transforming undersea warfare. This breakthrough enhances autonomous launch and recovery, extends stealth and survivability, and strengthens electronic warfare and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations in even the most complex undersea environments.Join Hudson Institute’s Bryan Clark for a panel discussion on how crewed-uncrewed teaming and advanced electronic warfare

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01:10:38

Bending the Defense Cost Curve

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/27

The United States Department of Defense is unlikely to get the sustained funding required to achieve its desired scale and capabilities. Therefore, maintaining costs will be a central challenge for the department. Norm Augustine warned several decades ago about the punishing increases in platform costs, and operating costs have continued to climb. What capital and operational strategies should the department consider? To what extent should the DoD be concerned about deferred costs like veterans’

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00:48:05

Motwani Jadeja US-India Dialogue Series | Bipartisan...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/27

The Indo-Pacific appears to be a key area of focus for the Trump administration. Members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue—which is known as the Quad and includes the United States, Australia, Japan, and India—have received particular attention. The Japanese and Indian prime ministers were among the first foreign leaders to meet with President Donald Trump. And Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s first major diplomatic engagement was a foreign ministers’ summit with his Japanese, Indian, and

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00:26:54

Red Lines, Ceasefires, and Peace in Ukraine: A...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/26

Ukrainian Member of Parliament Oleksii Goncharenko joins Hudson’s Luke Coffey for a conversation on the current state of United States–Ukraine relations, ongoing peace negotiations, and why Ukraine’s fight for sovereignty matters to both the US and Europe. Goncharenko will discuss the war, the many risks and opportunities of peace talks with Russia, and how continued Western support is vital to ensuring a just and lasting peace in Europe’s most consequential conflict since World War II.

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00:54:25

US-Japan Cooperation in a World of Information...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/21

As democracies with open media ecosystems, the United States and Japan face the constant challenge of information uncertainty. Bad actors, including those associated with nation-states, constantly seek to undermine the two nations’ civil societies by spreading disinformation on social media, as well as traditional media and other outlets.Join Hudson for an expert discussion on how the US and Japan approach the threat of information uncertainty and foreign influence.

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01:16:52

Syria: What’s Next?

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/21

The Middle East is undergoing a dramatic shift. The Assad regime in Syria has fallen, Iran’s proxies are vanishing, and Turkey is expanding its regional influence. Meanwhile, the Trump administration may withdraw United States forces from the region. Washington’s next move will be critical.Senior Fellows Michael Doran and Can Kasapoğlu will discuss the evolving situation, what is next for Syria, and the future of US foreign policy in the region with Research Fellow Zineb Riboua.

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01:01:55

Can Ecuador Subdue Organized Crime?

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/18

Ecuador, once among the most peaceful countries in Latin America, faces an existential threat from an array of criminal groups. These organizations have committed unprecedented violence, infiltrated political structures, and challenged the government’s authority. Meanwhile, the country is going through an economic contraction and an energy crisis triggered by severe drought.In a repeat of snap presidential elections held in 2023, Ecuadorians will vote on April 13 in a runoff pitting incumbent Daniel

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01:01:13

Motwani Jadeja US-India Dialogue Series | US-India...

Hudson Institute Events Podcast ·

2025/03/17

When President Donald Trump hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February, the two leaders committed to doubling bilateral trade, deepening their defense partnership, and furthering their cooperation in critical technologies. With shared democratic principles and deeply rooted people-to-people ties, the United States and India are committed to advancing global prosperity and security in the twenty-first century.Please join Hudson’s Dr. Aparna Pande and Dr. Ashley Tellis, Tata Chair on Strategic

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