Ian Ellis
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Ian Ellis
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U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM): Air and Naval Assets
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How did #India - #US relations suddenly crash? What are the implications of #Modi visit to #China? Hear our pod with #WaPo journalist #JoshRogin.
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Disaster: The U.S.-#India relationship is melting down | New podcast with Josh Rogin
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September 8, 2025 at 12:17 PM
How did #India - #US relations suddenly crash? What are the implications of #Modi visit to #China? Hear our pod with #WaPo journalist #JoshRogin.
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YouTube@IPPodcast
👉 Audio available on all streaming services
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🚨 Marine F-35B stealth fighter aircraft landed in Puerto Rico yesterday, as the U.S. significantly bolsters its airpower in the Caribbean following one of the largest naval deployments ever to the region.
New SOUTHCOM report with a closer look at the air combat element:
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New SOUTHCOM report with a closer look at the air combat element:
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September 14, 2025 at 10:09 PM
🚨 Marine F-35B stealth fighter aircraft landed in Puerto Rico yesterday, as the U.S. significantly bolsters its airpower in the Caribbean following one of the largest naval deployments ever to the region.
New SOUTHCOM report with a closer look at the air combat element:
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New SOUTHCOM report with a closer look at the air combat element:
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Why is #China ramping up its naval activity around the #Philippine naval ship that has been grounded on Second Thomas Shoal for decades? #IndoPacific #SouthChinaSea
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CHINA-PHILIPPINES AGAIN: Why Should We Care About Beijing’s Saber-Rattling at Second Thomas Shoal?
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August 26, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Why is #China ramping up its naval activity around the #Philippine naval ship that has been grounded on Second Thomas Shoal for decades? #IndoPacific #SouthChinaSea
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#Trump has made access to #rareearth minerals a priority. #Greenland, #Ukraine, #Congo all had their rare earth mineral resources targeted by the #US administration. Why? How has #China cornered the market for these vital commodities and what can be done about it?
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Why Should We Care if National Security Depends on Foreign Rocks Controlled by China?
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August 30, 2025 at 12:12 PM
#Trump has made access to #rareearth minerals a priority. #Greenland, #Ukraine, #Congo all had their rare earth mineral resources targeted by the #US administration. Why? How has #China cornered the market for these vital commodities and what can be done about it?
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Ayy, I helped with a thing.
Snazzy graphic about what is available out there in and around the Caribbean for the US military to use, as found using open-source methods and means.
And as always, happy to help. 😊
Snazzy graphic about what is available out there in and around the Caribbean for the US military to use, as found using open-source methods and means.
And as always, happy to help. 😊
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM): Air and Naval Assets
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September 1, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Ayy, I helped with a thing.
Snazzy graphic about what is available out there in and around the Caribbean for the US military to use, as found using open-source methods and means.
And as always, happy to help. 😊
Snazzy graphic about what is available out there in and around the Caribbean for the US military to use, as found using open-source methods and means.
And as always, happy to help. 😊
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM): Air and Naval Assets
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September 1, 2025 at 1:42 AM
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM): Air and Naval Assets
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You really should know the supply chain that brings your seafood. It may put you off calamari and shrimp.
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Why Should We Care if #China is the Superpower of Seafood? | with Ian Urbina, Outlaw Ocean Project
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July 7, 2025 at 1:19 PM
You really should know the supply chain that brings your seafood. It may put you off calamari and shrimp.
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Ray sits down with #Phiippines Defense Secretary Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro for a blunt discussion of the challenges #China presents to Philippine territorial sovereignty, the importance of the alliance with #America and defense cooperation with regional partners.
Why Should We Care About the Defense of the #Philippines? | w/ Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro
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July 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Ray sits down with #Phiippines Defense Secretary Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro for a blunt discussion of the challenges #China presents to Philippine territorial sovereignty, the importance of the alliance with #America and defense cooperation with regional partners.
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#SouthKorea recently elected a new president following the turmoil of the last few months that included an attempted coup, a presidential impeachment, and threats of huge tariffs on it exports to #America. What to make of all this? Listen to Korea expert explain. #indopacific
Why Should We Care if South Korea Finally Has a New President? | with Gordon Flake
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June 28, 2025 at 11:35 AM
#SouthKorea recently elected a new president following the turmoil of the last few months that included an attempted coup, a presidential impeachment, and threats of huge tariffs on it exports to #America. What to make of all this? Listen to Korea expert explain. #indopacific
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Congressman Don Baker referring to sclerotic US defense acquisition: "We have great plans for drones, but plans don't win wars."
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"We have great plans with drones, but plans don't win wars." — U.S. Congressman Don Bacon
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June 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Congressman Don Baker referring to sclerotic US defense acquisition: "We have great plans for drones, but plans don't win wars."
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One pager on Op. Midnight Thunder, the largest B-2 strike in U.S. history, which targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities.
- 125+ aircraft + 1x guided-missile sub
- Main strike package: 7x B-2 bombers
- Employed decoy + deception tactics
- 75+ precision-guided munitions (MOP, TLAM, HARM)
- 125+ aircraft + 1x guided-missile sub
- Main strike package: 7x B-2 bombers
- Employed decoy + deception tactics
- 75+ precision-guided munitions (MOP, TLAM, HARM)
June 24, 2025 at 4:37 PM
One pager on Op. Midnight Thunder, the largest B-2 strike in U.S. history, which targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities.
- 125+ aircraft + 1x guided-missile sub
- Main strike package: 7x B-2 bombers
- Employed decoy + deception tactics
- 75+ precision-guided munitions (MOP, TLAM, HARM)
- 125+ aircraft + 1x guided-missile sub
- Main strike package: 7x B-2 bombers
- Employed decoy + deception tactics
- 75+ precision-guided munitions (MOP, TLAM, HARM)
Reposted by Ian Ellis
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A conservative's argument against the unilateral surrender of American tools of global engagement.
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U.S. "disarming" its info warfare capabilities as Russia and China ramp up | ft. Jim Geraghty
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June 3, 2025 at 1:54 PM
A conservative's argument against the unilateral surrender of American tools of global engagement.
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www.youtube.com/shorts/5s3dY...
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Ely Ratner, Deputy Defense Secretary for #Biden on his new article in #ForeignAffairs calling for an #IndoPacific alliance to deter #China.
China's rapid military modernization + ambitions to dominate the Indo-Pacific | w/ Dr. Ely Ratner
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June 7, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Ely Ratner, Deputy Defense Secretary for #Biden on his new article in #ForeignAffairs calling for an #IndoPacific alliance to deter #China.
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Nitin Gokhale, South Asian strategy analyst, joins us to discuss the latest #India #Pakistan fighting.
Why Should We Care About the #India-#Pakistan Border Conflict? | with Nitin Gokhale
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May 9, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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"Amateurs talk strategy, professionals talk logistics." Hear a professional discuss why this quote from General Omar Bradley was right during WWII and is still right. And a problem. #indopacific #defense
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Gen. Minihan: Air Mobility "Most Relied Upon Force in the History of Warfare"
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May 14, 2025 at 12:55 PM
"Amateurs talk strategy, professionals talk logistics." Hear a professional discuss why this quote from General Omar Bradley was right during WWII and is still right. And a problem. #indopacific #defense
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Former Australian Broadcasting Corporation Washington correspondent Michael Rowland, with BGA Australia MD Mick McNeil (ex-political analyst for US Embassy) will discuss Australian #elections outcomes, including impact on #US relations. LIVE broadcast at 6-7pm EDT/May 3, 8-9am AEST May 4. #Australia
Australia's 2025 Election: Navigating Policy Shifts & Business Challenges
In the first live episode of "Why Should We Care About the Indo-Pacific?," Mick McNeill and Michael Rowland join Jim and Ray to discuss the Australian election results in real-time, exploring the impl...
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April 22, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Former Australian Broadcasting Corporation Washington correspondent Michael Rowland, with BGA Australia MD Mick McNeil (ex-political analyst for US Embassy) will discuss Australian #elections outcomes, including impact on #US relations. LIVE broadcast at 6-7pm EDT/May 3, 8-9am AEST May 4. #Australia
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From #Singapore, long-time regional businessperson, Steve Okun, explains the practical implications of the #tariffs war. Bottom line—uncertainty leads to great caution and confusion. Bad for business and consumer confidence.
USA vs China: Who Will Win the Trade War? w/ CEO of APAC Steve Okun
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April 20, 2025 at 2:53 PM
From #Singapore, long-time regional businessperson, Steve Okun, explains the practical implications of the #tariffs war. Bottom line—uncertainty leads to great caution and confusion. Bad for business and consumer confidence.
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#Singapore senior ex-diplomat and analyst explains why many nations in #Asia are fairly sanguine about #Trump. "America has no need to be polite...the #U.S. is the indispensable balancer." The Asian realpolitik view of dealing with Trump from a uniquely qualified (and entertaining) global figure.
Why Should We Care Why #Asia’s Not Afraid of “America First”? Featuring Bilihari Kausikan
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March 29, 2025 at 7:13 PM
#Singapore senior ex-diplomat and analyst explains why many nations in #Asia are fairly sanguine about #Trump. "America has no need to be polite...the #U.S. is the indispensable balancer." The Asian realpolitik view of dealing with Trump from a uniquely qualified (and entertaining) global figure.
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#India - the most populous country in the world and a growing economic power. How it interacts with #China, #Russia, and the #US will shape the rest of the century. We talk to two sophisticated Indian analysts to help us understand where India is going and why. #ASEAN
Why Should We Care About U.S.-#India Relations as the #Trump 2.0 Era Dawns? | Indo-Pacific Podcast
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April 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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How will the Trump #tariffs impact Japan's economy and foreign policy? What will happen to bilateral #US-Japan security, economic and political ties? Listen to a Japan expert to understand more.
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Why Should We Care How #Japan Responds to #Trump's Tariffs? w/ Japan expert Chris Johnstone
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April 8, 2025 at 11:02 PM
How will the Trump #tariffs impact Japan's economy and foreign policy? What will happen to bilateral #US-Japan security, economic and political ties? Listen to a Japan expert to understand more.
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Even after the pause on reciprocal #tariffs, the US still has new tariff rate higher than in the 1930s. What does this mean for #America, #southeastAsia, #China economies/companies and where do things go from here? US Chamber of Commerce head for SEAsia explains from a US business point of view.
Why Should We Care How #SoutheastAsia Responds to Trump’s #Tariffs?
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April 11, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Even after the pause on reciprocal #tariffs, the US still has new tariff rate higher than in the 1930s. What does this mean for #America, #southeastAsia, #China economies/companies and where do things go from here? US Chamber of Commerce head for SEAsia explains from a US business point of view.
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While the world is focused on tariffs, tensions continue in the #SouthChinaSea. Chatham House's Bill Hayton explains #Vietnam's effort to build artificial islands in the South China Sea, a decade after #China pursued its own campaign.
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Inside #Vietnam's South China Sea island-building campaign w/ author Bill Hayton
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April 16, 2025 at 8:36 PM
While the world is focused on tariffs, tensions continue in the #SouthChinaSea. Chatham House's Bill Hayton explains #Vietnam's effort to build artificial islands in the South China Sea, a decade after #China pursued its own campaign.
👉 Audio available on all streaming services
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Dual U.S. carrier coverage in the Middle East 🇺🇸
- Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in CENTCOM AOR, operating off the coast of Oman
- In the Red Sea, Truman CSG continues non-stop 24/7 strike ops against the Houthi
+ Nimitz CSG chopped into U.S. 7th Fleet & heading west
- Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in CENTCOM AOR, operating off the coast of Oman
- In the Red Sea, Truman CSG continues non-stop 24/7 strike ops against the Houthi
+ Nimitz CSG chopped into U.S. 7th Fleet & heading west
April 12, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Dual U.S. carrier coverage in the Middle East 🇺🇸
- Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in CENTCOM AOR, operating off the coast of Oman
- In the Red Sea, Truman CSG continues non-stop 24/7 strike ops against the Houthi
+ Nimitz CSG chopped into U.S. 7th Fleet & heading west
- Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in CENTCOM AOR, operating off the coast of Oman
- In the Red Sea, Truman CSG continues non-stop 24/7 strike ops against the Houthi
+ Nimitz CSG chopped into U.S. 7th Fleet & heading west