Defense and Security

Security Alliances

  • Australia
    A Political Earthquake From Australia’s Elections
    How will Australia's election result affect the region, including U.S.-China competition?
  • Japan
    The U.S.-Japan Security Alliance
    The alliance with Japan has been the cornerstone of U.S. security policy in East Asia for decades. Now, Japan’s role in global security is growing as challenges from China and North Korea mount.
  • Mexico
    Mexico
    Podcast
    Experts argue that Mexico affects daily life in the United States more than any other country. For years, U.S. and Mexican officials have attempted to tackle immigration, trade, and security challenges, and their success has depended on cooperation. With so much at stake, Why It Matters investigates the complex relationship and the factors that threaten it.