William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies, a DoW Regional Center. Academic Affiliation with the National Defense University. RT ≠ endorsement
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Today, we unveil a symbol of 30 years of partnership, education, and impact across the Americas. Honoring our past and looking toward our future, this anniversary reflects the people and relationships that continue to shape our mission.
Space is playing an important role in everyday life, national policy, and security. In recognition of #WorldSpaceWeek, this Perry Perspective features Prof. Sotomayor, who discusses why space policy and strategy matter for Latin America and the developing world.
The Perry Center brought together 40+ participants from 19 countries in Norfolk for its Maritime Security Policy Course, featuring expert discussions and firsthand engagements with U.S. maritime capabilities.
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El Centro Perry reunió a más de 40 participantes de 19 países en Norfolk para su Curso sobre Políticas de Seguridad Marítima, con discusiones de expertos y actividades de primera mano sobre las capacidades marítimas de Estados Unidos.
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Critical minerals are essential to defense, technology, and shared security in the Western Hemisphere.
In this edition of the Perry Perspective, Research Associate Sydney Knapp discusses the importance of critical minerals and the role of regional partners in securing supply.
Strategic assets, from ports to telecommunications networks, are important to security in the Western Hemisphere.
In this edition of Perry Perspective, Professor of Practice Jeff Zinsmeister discusses legal considerations surrounding the control and ownership of strategic assets.
Ransomware can disrupt essential services and pose serious risks to critical infrastructure in the region. In this edition of the Perry Perspective, Cyber Policy Fellow Heriberto Acosta-Maestre discusses the ransomware threat and the importance of strengthening cyber resilience.
Congratulations to two distinguished Perry Center alumni, BG Loria of 🇧🇿 and VADM Crisóstomo Martínez of the 🇩🇴, on their induction into the NDU Hall of Fame.
International Alumni Inducted into the Hall of Fame During JFSC 80th Anniversary! 🏛️🌐 On Aug 14, JFSC & ISMO inducted two distinguished leaders into both the JFSC Hall of Fame & NDU International Fellows Hall of Fame (IHOF)!
NDU President Vice Admiral Garvin and JFSC Commandant Maj. Gen. Thomas Crimmins, presided at the ceremony, which recognized Rear Adm. Philip Polewara (Commander, Papua New Guinea Defence Force) & Gen. Tadeusz Buk (former Commander, Polish Land Forces, posthumous). 🏅
Our International Fellows Program builds enduring trust & interoperability across 5,000+ global alumni. 👏 Join us in celebrating Rear Adm. Polewara & honoring the legacy of Gen. Buk! Leave your congratulations below! 👇
#NDU #ISMO #GlobalSecurity #NDUAdvantage #IHOF #JFSC80
¿Trabaja en temas de defensa y seguridad? Postúlese a nuestro curso Contrarrestando el Crimen Organizado Transnacional.
Por primera vez, ofreceremos dos secciones en 2027:
• 22 feb.–5 mar.
• 5–16 abr.
Postulaciones hasta el 29 de sept. de 2026.
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The Perry Center welcomed GEN Joseph Ryan, Commanding General of @USArmyWHC, for an exchange on regional security, professional military education, and strengthening collaboration across the hemisphere.
El Centro Perry recibió al GEN Joseph Ryan, Comandante General de @USArmyWHC, para un intercambio sobre seguridad regional, educación militar profesional y el fortalecimiento de la colaboración en el hemisferio.
Criminal organizations are increasingly adopting capabilities associated with asymmetric warfare, presenting complex security challenges in the region.
In this edition, Professor David Spencer discusses the evolving nature of terrorism, insurgency, and organized crime.
The Perry Center welcomed Ecuador’s ADEMIC General Staff Course for briefings on the Center and U.S. National Defense Strategy from Dean Godnick, followed by a session on civil-military relations & hybrid threats with Prof. Sotomayor.
The Perry Center’s CHTA and HDBS courses concluded with graduation activities, including remarks from Joseph M. Humire, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Americas Security Affairs, delivered ahead of the graduation ceremony.
El Centro Perry concluyó sus cursos CHTA y HDBS con actividades de graduación, que incluyeron las palabras del señor Humire, Subsecretario Adjunto de Defensa para Asuntos de Seguridad de las Américas, sobre un enfoque America First para la defensa del hemisferio occidental.