
Lisa Curtis
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Director of the Indo-Pacific Security Program at the Center for a New American Security. Tweets reflect personal views.
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19-01-2012 18:52:25
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Testifying before Congress tomorrow House Foreign Affairs Committee Majority South Central Asia Subcommittee hearing on terror threats in the region:

Tune into CNAS Annual Conference tomorrow (June 3) at 215 pm for a conversation with Rep. John Moolenaar Jim Himes 🇺🇸🇺🇦 Rep. Ritchie Torres on US-China Strategic Competition.


Tune into CNAS 2025 Annual Conference “America’s Edge” tomorrow (June 3). Watch at 215 pm for my conversation with Rep. John Moolenaar Jim Himes 🇺🇸🇺🇦 Rep. Ritchie Torres on US-China Strategic Competition.



"The dismantling of USAID...is very directly going to make us less safe." Jim Himes 🇺🇸🇺🇦 argues why soft power is one of the U.S.'s strongest assets:

"It's important that we work together however we can as Republicans and Democrats, especially when it comes to foreign policy." Rep. John Moolenaar on the importance of bipartisanship and international allies in countering a rising China.

Fascinating second panel at Eurasia Center’s US-Central Asia forum on shaping American policy toward a changing region. Great panel w/ Ambs. Daniel Rosenblum and Tatiana Gfoeller, Lisa Curtis, James Jay Carafano, and Miras Zhiyenbayev.


In a memo obtained by @JakeTapper, RFE/RL editor in chief Nicola Natasha Careem told the network's board that "Iranians flocked to us for reliable news" on Friday, as Radio Farda reached listeners and readers "despite every conceivable attempt to silence us."


Read the new report on the future of the Quad from Lisa Curtis, Kareen Hart, Ryan Claffey, Keerthi Martyn, and Thomas Corel: cnas.org/publications/r…

Was delighted to speak on this panel ISIS Malaysia #38APR on “US in a Changing Asia.”


“One of the most encouraging pieces of President Donald J. Trump approach to the Indo-Pacific is his attention to the Quad. President Donald J. Trump committed this week to attend the Quad summit in New Delhi this fall.” My remarks at ISIS Malaysia Asia Pacific Roundtable.


“There is mutual concern between the US and Southeast Asian nations in maintaining free and open seaways and ensuring countries of the region maintain sovereignty over their waters.” My remarks ISIS Malaysia Asia Pacific Roundtable #38APR this week.


Anwar Ibrahim ISIS Malaysia Asia Pacific Roundtable #38APR “The credibility of the rules-based order is under trial.” Wise words from the Malaysian PM. US must remain closely engaged in SE Asia and maintain trust of the nations in this vital region.


A Bad Time to Stifle Radio Free Iran - WSJ The Wall Street Journal voices support for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Radio Farda. “ (Iranians) need truth to counter the regime’s lies, and Radio Farda and U.S. communications technology can help them get it.” wsj.com/opinion/radio-…

I extend congratulations to the team honorable congressman Rep. Tim Burchett, Shawn Ryan & Legend for their efforts leading to passing of the bill to halt funding to the Taliban. I hope the Taliban lobby doesn't find loopholes to continue the funding under one name

Read the full report from me, Lisa Curtis, Janet Egan, Morgan Peirce, Elizabeth Whatcott, and Nathaniel Schochet here: cnas.org/publications/r…


Testimony before House Foreign Affairs Committee Majority on “Terror Threats in South & Central Asia.” At minute 36.44 I explain why US aid for Afghan women and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reporting are critical for fighting extremist ideologies that fuel terrorism: foreignaffairs.house.gov/hearing/assess…