Nadia Schadlow

Nadia Schadlow, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and former deputy national security adviser, dives into the complexities of Trump's foreign policy. She discusses the lasting impact of the 2017 National Security Strategy and its focus on great-power competition, particularly with China. Schadlow also explores the challenges in U.S. foreign policy with countries like Ukraine and North Korea. She highlights the need for innovative approaches in military production and the importance of balancing humanitarian aid with national security priorities.

Shyam Sankar, Chief Technology Officer at Palantir, Mike Gallagher, former congressman and current Distinguished Fellow, and Nadia Schadlow, former deputy national security advisor, delve into the future of American foreign policy. They discuss the pressing need for defense reforms in light of rising global tensions, emphasizing effective competition with China. The conversation navigates hybrid warfare tactics, strategizing a strong American response, and the importance of revitalizing innovation within the defense industry to ensure national security in a rapidly changing world.

Nadia Schadlow, a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and former Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy, explores the vital concept of strategic depth. She explains its relevance amidst modern threats like cyber warfare. Historical examples like Napoleon’s campaigns illuminate how territory impacts conflict. The discussion also touches on the importance of allies and proactive defense strategies to maintain freedom of choice. Ultimately, they argue that strategic depth still matters, albeit in more complex forms today.

Nadia Schadlow, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy and current Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute, dives into the intricacies of U.S. national security strategies. She discusses the evolving balance of power post-Cold War, particularly in relation to China and Russia, and emphasizes the shift towards 'overmatch' military strategies. The complexities of aligning political narratives with strategic realities are highlighted, along with the importance of adapting alliances in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Investigating America's critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, Nadia Schadlow offers four key recommendations for policymakers. Topics include defense industrial base weaknesses, global conflict escalation, strategic analysis of defense strategy, government accountability, and the importance of a strong defense industrial base.

Rebeccah Heinrichs, a defense strategy expert and director at the Hudson Institute, joins Nadia Schadlow, former architect of the 2017 U.S. National Security Strategy. They dissect the latest strategy’s implications for transatlantic relations, noting Europe's alarm over the U.S.'s shifting focus. The conversation highlights the absence of explicit threats like Russia, the significance of cultural issues, and the call for Europe to enhance its defense responsibilities. They also debate nationalism's role in shaping policy and provide insights on the future of NATO cohesion.

Nadia Schadlow, principal author of the Trump administration’s National Security Strategy, discusses national security, supply chains, and critical technologies. She highlights the US' technological competition with China, solutions for operational challenges, creating favorable conditions like those of the 1950s, munitions campuses, industrial policy, and the importance of metrics for success in national security and critical technologies.

Nadia Schadlow, a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and former Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy, delves into historical parallels between Donald Trump and Richard Nixon. They discuss concepts like 'peace through strength' and the importance of a global balance of power. Schadlow highlights the complexities of Trump's foreign policy, especially regarding Russia and Ukraine, and emphasizes the need for strategic diplomatic negotiations. The conversation also reflects on re-assessing international institutions for modern challenges.

Nadia Schadlow, a Hudson Senior Fellow, discusses the messy world and the decline of American power, the weaknesses in the defense industrial base, the future of AI and the need for collaboration, and the role of think tanks in addressing challenges in tech and defense industries.

Stephen Wertheim and Nadia Schadlow discuss Biden's foreign policy successes and failures, including his stance on Ukraine, China policy, and concerns about his approach to the US-China relationship. They address concerns about Biden's statements on Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the one China policy while enhancing Taiwan's defense capabilities.