Plus, a subtle convergence of Turkish-U.S. policies, and strengthening America’s defense industrial base.
Investing in community-led disaster resilience in Black communities Due in part to poor quality housing and community infrastructure, America’s Black communities often bear the brunt of climate impacts. Yet, many of these same communities have limited control over local housing decisions, exacerbating their vulnerability. In new research, Manann Donoghoe and Andre M. Perry discuss how community-led structural reform in the U.S. housing sector can help reduce the impacts of disaster. | More research and commentary A subtle convergence of Turkish-US policies. The U.S. Department of State has developed a comprehensive strategy for the Black Sea, aiming to address Russian expansionism and enhance U.S. support for security and democratic resilience in the region. Kemal Kirişci says an important convergence between the Turkish and NATO-U.S. positions on the Black Sea could be the key to success. Strengthening America’s defense industrial base. While there is no general crisis in American defense industrial policy today, the U.S. government’s laissez-faire attitude is no longer enough. Michael E. O’Hanlon and Alejandra Rocha assess the current challenges and trends in the U.S. defense industrial base and outline several options to strengthen it. | About Brookings The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to conduct in-depth, nonpartisan research to improve policy and governance at local, national, and global levels. If you were forwarded this email, sign up for the Brookings Brief to stay updated on our latest work. | The conclusions and recommendations of any Brookings publication are solely those of its author(s), and do not reflect the views of the Institution, its management, or its other scholars. | |