

Overcoming the Barriers to Forward Deterrence
5 snips Jul 1, 2025
This discussion dives into the complex regulatory challenges hindering forward deterrence strategies for the U.S. and its allies. It highlights the importance of RDPMOU agreements in fostering military cooperation. The conversation stresses the need for enhanced training and the role of exportable military programs in boosting effectiveness. Additionally, it examines how limited cooperation among allies can undermine overall defense effectiveness, posing significant obstacles in today's security landscape.
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Regulatory Barriers Limit Cooperation
- Regulatory barriers significantly hinder U.S. defense cooperation with allies and partners.
- Issues with technology transfer, foreign military sales, and security markings complicate defense industrial collaboration.
Allies Align on Domestic Capacity
- Allies prioritize building domestic defense capacity aligning with U.S. globalized deterrence goals.
- Initiatives like the Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience reflect this shared focus.
Combine Weapon Request Reviews
- Combine weapon request reviews for allied countries to speed approvals.
- Start with countries holding Reciprocal Defense Procurement MOUs like Canada and AUKUS members.