Michele Flournoy
Former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy under President Obama, founder of CNAS, and co-founder of WestExec Advisors. Expert in national security and defense policy.
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May 31, 2023 • 1h 3min
Flournoy on US-China and DoD Innovation
Michele Flournoy, former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and co-founder of WestExec Advisors, dives deep into U.S.-China relations. She discusses the Biden Administration’s strategies for re-engagement and the critical need for dialogue to manage tensions, especially under Xi’s leadership. Flournoy explores innovation in defense and AI's transformative role in military decision-making. She also addresses the importance of mental health support in the armed forces, highlighting data-driven strategies to improve soldiers' readiness.
Apr 23, 2020 • 58min
414. Will Covid-19 Spark a Cold War (or Worse) With China?
Michelle Flournoy, a former Undersecretary of Defense for Policy and U.S.-China relations expert, joins historian Michael Auslin for an insightful discussion. They explore China's early handling of COVID-19 and its global repercussions. The duo debates accountability, revealing tensions in U.S.-China relations and the looming possibility of a new Cold War. They analyze the pandemic's impact on trade, healthcare ethics, and the need for international collaboration moving forward, highlighting the complexities of navigating these geopolitical dynamics.
