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Challenges facing security cooperation efforts include differing national interests, resource constraints, political instability, and technological disparities. Effective collaboration and mutual understanding are essential for overcoming these obstacles.

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🚀 FY25 House Spending Bill Developments 🚀 The House Armed Services Committee has recently advanced its annual defense spending bill. The $833 billion budget is poised to enhance our air power significantly, add more F-35s to our fleet, provide further aid for Israel, and block a proposal to transfer Guard personnel to the Space Force. Key highlights include: ✈️ Increased investments in 5th and 6th-generation aircraft like the F-35 and Next-Generation Air Dominance. 💥 Prevention of the early retirement of three ships and retention of the U-2 and certain F-15s, rejecting the Biden Administration’s naval and air force divestment plans. 💰 A 4.5% pay raise for all military personnel; $2.5 billion allocated for an additional 15% pay increase for junior enlisted servicemembers. While these additions are noteworthy, the bill realigns $18 billion in funds requested in President Joe Biden’s budget proposal, resulting in cuts to: ❌ $916 million for Pentagon civilian jobs ❌ $621 million for climate change initiatives ❌ $53 million associated with diversity and inclusion training Additionally, the bill proposes cutting all funding for Ukraine 🇺🇦 and prohibiting paid leave and travel or related expenses for federal employees or their dependents to obtain abortion or abortion-related services. For a deeper dive into the specifics and implications of this proposed bill, check out the full article in the link provided in the comment below! #AirForce #USAF #F35 #U2 #savetheU2 #MilitarySpending #NationalSecurity #DefenseBudget #InnovationInDefense #Aerospace

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5/6/24 National Security News and Commentary https://conta.cc/4dGj1Sn 1. Too few planners understand what special operators can do today 2. US AC-130J Ghostrider Destroys Chinese ‘Fishing Boat’ In Rare Military Drills Targeting Notorious Vessels 3. USSOCOM to deploy next-generation communications for sUAS in contested scenarios 4. The V-22 Osprey Is the U.S. Military's Problem Child Helicopter 5. The Pentagon is investigating whether special operators have committed war crimes, and if their commanders have even been checking 6. The dizzying pace of Ukrainian drone innovation 7. US command rites take on sharp tone over China’s ‘troubling actions’ 8. China’s Chilling Cognitive Warfare Plans 9. Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 5, 2024 10. Israel–Hamas War (Iran) Update, May 5, 2024 11. How to Use and Misuse History in Cold War II With China 12. How TikTok Is Wiring Gen Z’s Money Brain 13. US about to build a whole lot more ATACMS 14. Foreign intelligence services are contracting out killings to gangs 15. In China, Ruled by Men, Women Quietly Find a Powerful Voice

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The Final Formation is an event organized by the Florida Army National Guard for soldiers nearing their Expiration Term of Service (ETS). This event offers a platform for reenlistment with exceptional benefits. Eligible soldiers could receive bonuses, although it’s important to note that these bonuses are specific to certain Military Occupational Specialties (MOS). Please consult your Readiness NCO to see if you qualify. Additionally, the event provides opportunities to explore new units and MOSs. It’s important to understand that attending the Final Formation does not guarantee these opportunities, but it is highly encouraged to attend. Attending can help you seek out any potential opportunities that could allow you to continue serving the great state of Florida. Furthermore, it’s possible to address these incentives directly at your unit before attending the Final Formation. We strongly encourage you to collaborate with your Readiness NCO in advance to see how they can assist you. #nationalguard #armynationalguard #usmilitary

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At BirchTree Solutions, we know how important operational effectiveness can be. This is why we are committed to enhancing and updating important curriculums with attention and care. Congrats to everyone who worked on the upcoming JT-201 Planners course! #OperationalExcellence #BirchTreeSolutions #JIDContract

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These are the approximate positions of the #US. #Navy’s deployed carrier strike groups and amphibious ready groups throughout the world as of April 15, 2024, based on Navy and public data. In cases where a CSG or ARG is conducting disaggregated operations, the chart reflects the location of the capital ship

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Senate NDAA Approved by SASC The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) approved an $878.4 billion FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), an amount that surpasses the White House request and the cap set as part of debt-ceiling negotiations by about $25 billion. The panel voted 22-3 behind closed doors to advance the legislation, with Chairman Jack Reed (D-R.I.) voting against his committee’s bill because the topline authorization increase goes against the spending caps in law. The bill does the following: No TRICARE fee increase; Provides a 4.5% annual active duty pay raise; Increases junior enlisted (E-1 through E-3) pay by an additional 1% (totaling 5.5%); Authorizes service members without dependents who live in military unaccompanied housing to be paid higher rates of partial BAH; Increases funding to repair and improve barracks; Requires the registration of women for Selective Service; Establishes the Commission on Quality of Life for the All-Volunteer Armed Force to assess quality of life considerations for the military and civilian workforces. The bill will now go to the Senate floor for further consideration. Members can refer to last week’s Newsbytes for the provisions of the House-passed bill. The SASC bill is woefully inadequate compared to the House-passed bill pertaining to active duty pay and benefits. Members are urged to use the FRA Action Center to weigh in on this legislation at: https://lnkd.in/e88H4EmW Read more @ bit.ly/3VrFmKY

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Cara Wulf and Marcos Gonzalez breakdown the changes in the DOD Final Rule amending the DFARS Buy American requirements and explain what contractors should be aware of when supplying “domestic end products” to the government. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gV6Q9JDk #governmentcontracts #DOD #DFARS #buyamerican

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MWI Podcast: Introducing “Ctrl Alt Army” May 30, 2024, Modern War Institute at West Point https://lnkd.in/eKCTriR9 Twenty years ago, in the 2004 National Military Strategy, the Joint Chiefs of Staff described cyberspace as a battlespace “domain.” But just as the physical warfighting domains have become increasingly integrated, with weapons and systems in one domain producing effects in others, cyberspace cannot be conceived of as something fully discrete and separate from the physical domains. In fact, technological advancement and the changing character of war have combined to make cyber issues impact more and more aspects of the Army’s activities. To explore that impact, MWI is pleased to introduce a new podcast, Ctrl Alt Army: Stories from Cyberspace. Hosted by Dr. Michael Sulmeyer, the principal cyber advisor to the secretary of the Army, and produced by his team in the Pentagon, this series will feature discussions with senior Army leaders about cyber issues, how they affect the functioning of Army units and teams, and specific topics within the cyber field.

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Working with uAvionix Corporation, the Oswego City Police Department’s Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program has received FAA approval for operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) without Visual Observers (VOs). 🚨 This approval allows the police department to operate small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) as a first response to emergency calls. A key factor in the success of Oswego’s DFR program is the implementation of uAvionix’s Casia G solution. Casia G, an advanced DAA solution, provides critical airspace awareness, enabling safe BVLOS operations.  The integration of Casia G ensures that Oswego’s drones can operate safely and effectively without the need for human Visual Observers, enhancing the overall efficiency of response to emergencies.  🔗 Find out more >> https://hubs.la/Q02CMzdN0 “The achievement marks a pivotal moment for police departments, emergency services, and fire departments nationwide. The use of our Casia G product in Oswego’s DFR program exemplifies how advanced technology can enhance public safety operations.” - Jon Damush, uAvionix CEO. “Our gratitude extends to UVT and uAvionix for their invaluable assistance throughout this journey, underscoring the collaborative spirit driving innovation in public safety.” - Chris Baker, Systems Administrator and Drone & Robotics Coordinator for Oswego City, NY. Read more on the Defense Advancement website. #uas #firstresponse #publicsafety #security

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Lorin Hattrup appointed Trident Systems president Read more on the link below. #defense #sbir #military #jointwerx @jointwerx @blackhaysgroup #governmentcontracts #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #consulting #strategy #leanstartups #startup #growthhacking

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WATCH NOW: Naval Sustainment System-Supply (NSS-Supply) removes barriers through partnering and recognizing roles in sustaining the warfighter. RADM Ken Epps, Commander, NAVSUP and Chief of Supply Corps, talks about the history of NSS-Supply. #Readiness #NavySupply #USNavy

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Dantex and Carahsoft partner Read more on the link below. #defense #sbir #military #jointwerx @jointwerx @blackhaysgroup #governmentcontracts #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #consulting #strategy #leanstartups #startup #growthhacking

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As the designer and operator of the nation’s largest LVC enterprise, HII enhances productivity using agile engineering to provide continuous evolution of training technologies and solutions​. Learn more in the video below.

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🚨 Don't Miss Innovation in Government from SOF Week TONIGHT at 8:30p on WJLA 24/7 News (formerly NewsChannel8) or watch on line here: https://lnkd.in/g-AsZ-jM Here are the top 5 reasons to watch: 1️⃣ Cutting-edge Technologies: Discover how 5G, AI/ML, and quantum sensing are revolutionizing Special Operations Forces (SOF) operations. 2️⃣ Expert Insights: Gain perspectives from leaders in the Defense Department and industry innovators on enhancing SOF capabilities. 3️⃣ International Collaboration: Learn about strategic partnerships and their role in accelerating defense research and development. 4️⃣ Cyber Resilience: Understand the importance of cyber security and zero trust models in protecting SOF missions. 5️⃣ Future Innovations: Explore the latest advancements in battlefield communications, AI for decision-making, and GPS spoofing mitigation. Presented by Carahsoft Francis Rose | Joe Tabatabaian | Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate | Jared Shepard | Hypori | Igor J. | Pryon | Egon Rinderer | Shift5 | Mark DeVol | Cradlepoint, part of Ericsson | Peter Guerra | Oracle | Ryan DeMarco | Glasswall | Lloyd Dabbs | SandboxAQ

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