Andrew Krepinevich

In this discussion, experts Matt Korda and Andrew Krepinevich tackle the implications of China emerging as a third nuclear superpower. They analyze the shifting dynamics of global nuclear politics, emphasizing the challenges this poses to U.S. and Russia's long-standing deterrence strategies. With China's nuclear arsenal projected to expand significantly, they delve into military posturing and the urgent need for diplomatic dialogue. The complexities of a tripolar nuclear landscape are highlighted, alongside historical tensions and potential strategies for maintaining stability.

Andrew Krepinevich, senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and author of The Origins of Victory: How Disruptive Military Innovation Determines the Fates of Great Powers, discusses military revolutions, force protection, technological change, and adaptation in the military. Topics include Andy Marshall's approach to net assessment, the Russian perspective on military revolutions, the rapid pace of technological change in warfare, and the importance of adaptation and institutional capacity.