http://www.rusi.org/ web@rusi.org en-us Copyright 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48B413940D131/ Two short lectures by James Holland, writer and historian, exploring key aspects of the Italian Campaign, most prominently the strategic controversies and sheer awfulness of the war there for those concerned. 21 Nov 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E4909BD034C5B1/ The Kashmir Region has been afflicted recently by a rapid upsurge in civil violence. On the military front, exchanges of fire across the Line of Control have increased significantly, threatening to escalate into a broader scale confrontation between India and Pakistan. There are few signs of an impending resolution to the Kashmir dispute despite recent confidence-building measures and local leaders remain embroiled in a vicious cycle of distrust, fear and recrimination. 24 Nov 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48EC99B66F8E2/ Presentation by Richard Paniguian, Head of the UK Trade & Investment Defence & Security Organisation on the key features of the defence and security export market and the UK’s global position over the last ten years and the factors that are likely to influence the future market. 25 Nov 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E492181324D27B/ RUSI Book Launch: Changing the Dinosaur’s Spots: The Battle to Reform UK Defence Acquisition By Bill Kincaid Foreword by Lord Robertson of Port Ellen, and cartoons by Jim Potts 25 Nov 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48CC425602C96/ The aim of this conference is to establish the nature of the United Kingdom’s actual military strategy, as opposed to the broadly stated defence policy, and to examine how this strategy can be effectively delivered. 27 Nov 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48C92359AAAAC/ The Royal United Services Institute is therefore delighted to announce a forthcoming series of lunch-time presentations entitled ‘Front-line Insights’ at which unit commanders from recent operational deployments will share aspects of their personal experience of modern conflict. 1 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E4905F2EFC2531/ Lecture by Air Chief Marshal Sir Jock Stirrup, Chief of the Defence Staff, UK Ministry of Defence followed by the RUSI Christmas Party. 1 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E49131E9E288A4/ In recent weeks, China and Taiwan have reached historic milestones during an unprecedented thaw in the eight-year deep freeze in relations between Beijing and Taipei. By comparison with nervous uncertainty across the Taiwan Strait early this year there are now high expectations for continued rapprochement. 2 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E492182F5B3E97/ The first Iraqi state, midwifed by the British, was born in 1921 and was destroyed in 2003 with the US-led invasion and occupation of the country. Between these times, Iraqis more or less ran the country, but ultimately with disastrous consequences for state and society. 8 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48D3D436E25B1/ Preparing for emergencies and managing the emergency when it happens is a multi-staged process, with each stage being vital to the success of the operation. The ability to make effective emergency plans is dependent on realistic and relevant training. All the responder agencies need to know what resources are available, how these resources can be integrated and consolidated, and how their organisations will work together on the day. 11 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48F35E33E8B2F/ The Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) identified long-term partnering arrangements and consortia as the key to ensuring the future health of the UK’s Defence Industrial Base. As the current size of the future equipment plan is not sufficient to sustain an array of competing industrial players, joint ventures, coupled with an emphasis on through-life support, should allow all factions access to dwindling financial resources. It is a case of collaboration or bankruptcy. 15 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48F3706D81CE7/ Presentation by Gordon Campbell, recently Chairman of British Nuclear Fuels Limited (BNFL) on the threats and solutions to energy security. 16 Dec 2008 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E48C93229CFD6E/ The Royal United Services Institute is delighted to announce a forthcoming series of lunch-time presentations entitled ‘Front-line Insights’ at which unit commanders from recent operational deployments will share aspects of their personal experience of modern conflict. 13 Jan 2009 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E491AAC74118EB/ RUSI and Wilton Park are producing together this critical event, which will take a high level look at the challenges in developing international and inter-agency co-operation to support the effective delivery of maritime security. 19 Jan 2009 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E491AD29C6EFC5/ To discuss ideas for the programme, as well as speaking and sponsoring opportunities, along with other issues, please contact Dr Lee Willett,Head, Maritime Studies Programme on +44 (0) 20 7747 2611 or dr.leewillett@rusi.org 3 Jun 2009 http://www.rusi.org/events/article/;tech/rss/ref:E49218A47BA1E4/ After concentrating on Western actors for a number of years, the 2009 RUSI Air Power Conference will shift its focus to the Eastern Hemisphere of the globe. Moving from issues of specific interest to the British, US and European militaries, the 2009 Conference will instead encompass the views of those in the Asian, Indian and Pacific regions. These regions are set to become the dominant economic, political and security areas of this century and the event will provide a timely insight into Air Power topics 'East of Suez'. 8 Jul 2009