RECENT PUBLICATIONS

A Conversation with Dr. Vlasta Zekulic on NATO's Strategy Development and Croatia's Military
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Dr. Vlasta Zekulić presents her insights on NATO’s strategic posture and Croatia’s evolving military role within the alliance. The discussion covers Croatia’s defense modernization, regional security dynamics, and its contributions to NATO missions. Dr. Zekulić also provides an analysis of the alliance’s strategic direction in an era of emerging threats, emphasizing the importance of military adaptation and cooperation. 

​Interview by Tin Pak
2/14/2025

​Navigating Trade Amidst United States Protectionist Policies: Suggestions for Small-Open States 
Policy Recommendation by Max Cheung
1/9/2025

A Conversation with Lt. General David Julazadeh on Strategic Leadership in NATO
​Interview by Tin Pak
12/27/2024

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major general duke pirak

Maj. Gen. Pirak is the Acting Director of US Air National Guard. Leading 108,000 airmen in 90 wings with over 1000 aircraft.

General David H. Petraeus

General David H. Petraeus is a retired four-star U.S. Army general and former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency​.

lt. general david julazadeh

Lt. Gen. Dave Julazadeh is the Deputy Chief of Staff, Capability Development, at NATO's Headquarters Supreme Allied Command Transformation. ​He also served as Chief of Staff, Headquarters United States European Command.

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Dr. Vlasta Zekulic

Dr. Vlasta Zekulic is the Branch Head of Strategic Issues and Engagements at NATO. She is also a former Colonel of the Croatian Army with her latest posting being the Commander of the Croatian Defense Academy. 

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