AthenaLab advances strategic agenda in the United States

As part of a work agenda in the United States, AthenaLab’s Executive Director, John Griffiths, and the Head of Research in Security and Defense, Marcelo Masalleras, held a series of meetings with prominent experts and institutions dedicated to the study of defense, international security, and the assessment of strategic capabilities.

The delegation met with The Heritage Foundation, where they spoke with Wilson Beaver about the experiences of the team responsible for the report US Military Strength. The meeting allowed for an exchange of views on the methodological challenges associated with assessing military capabilities and exploring areas of common interest for future collaborative initiatives.

Additionally, they held a meeting with RAND Corporation and David Ochmanek, recognized for his expertise in force development and strategy. The conversation focused on the challenges of designing and implementing methodologies for measuring military capabilities and the importance of having these tools to strengthen national defense Net Assessment .

The agenda also included a meeting with Eliot A. Cohen, where various approaches to Net Assessment and the measurement of strategic capabilities were discussed. Furthermore, perspectives on the evolution of the international landscape and its implications for Latin America were exchanged.

Finally, Griffiths and Masalleras met with Iñigo Guevara to explore collaboration mechanisms between AthenaLab and Jane’s, with a special focus on developing methodologies for measuring strategic capabilities in Latin America.

These meetings are part of AthenaLab’s ongoing effort to strengthen its international networks, incorporate best comparative practices, and contribute to the development of analytical tools that allow for a more rigorous understanding and assessment of the strategic challenges facing the region.