The Great Debates: The Future of Power

The United States is grappling with a multipolar world, contending with near-peer adversaries along with longstanding asymmetric threats. To stay ahead of these challenges, efforts are underway to prioritize diplomatic, environmental, and economic policies to maintain the United States’ edge. Are these areas, alone, enough? How should the U.S. balance these longer-term national and global imperatives with the need for traditional military investments? What new areas should the USG and Industry prioritize to protect the interests of the U.S., its allies, and partners, along with safeguarding democracy around the globe?