The MDR, Missile Defense and U.S. Strategic Competitors - An Evolving Approach?

Explore the evolving role of missile defense in U.S. strategy towards Russia and China in this 37-minute lecture by Dr. Peppi DeBiaso. Examine recent Missile Defense Reviews, including the 2022 MDR, and their implications for addressing potential limited missile strikes from strategic competitors. Analyze the shift in U.S. policy regarding missile defense against major nuclear powers and its impact on broader military posture. Gain insights from Dr. DeBiaso's extensive experience in missile defense policy, including his leadership in conducting multiple MDRs and his current roles at CSIS and Missouri State University's Defense and Strategic Studies Graduate Program.