The Biden administration has faced a challenging term in office. The withdrawal from Afghanistan, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the energy and living cost crisis, and the Israel-Hamas war all made Biden’s time in office rather difficult. In the last few months alone, America has witnessed once-in-a-lifetime events on a weekly basis – including the attempted assassination … Continued
State capitalism. Socialism with Chinese characteristics. A socialist market economy. There have been numerous descriptions of the Chinese economy. However, none seems to capture the predatory, at times surreal, nature of the economy of the world’s most populous nation – nor the often bruising and mind-bending experience of doing business with the Middle Kingdom. Rules and … Continued
The horror of the October 7 attack on southern Israel is surpassed only by what followed on October 8: the cold indifference by most of the international community, followed by the irrational condemnation of Israel, and the eruption of well-planned anti-Israeli and anti-Semitic demonstrations on the campuses of elite universities and in the streets of … Continued
As the Russia-Ukraine war passes the two-and-a-half year mark, we are delighted to announce a new report launch by Associate Research Fellow David Kirichenko titled, “Military Lessons for NATO from the Russia-Ukraine War: Preparing for the Wars of Tomorrow”. This in-depth report explores how the war has challenged and reshaped modern warfare theories by emphasizing that … Continued
A year has passed since Hamas launched its unprecedented attack on Israel, which resulted in the largest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust. Over 3,000 terrorists infiltrated southern Israel, killing 1,200 people and perpetrating horrific acts of violence, including rape, mutilation, and torture. Hundreds have been taken hostage, including women and children, with more than … Continued
Andrew Fox will be introducing the speakers, Rear Admiral Parry and Lord Robathan, who with their combined expertise in the Royal Navy and Ministry of Defence, will be discussing the current operational needs of the Royal Navy and give specific lessons for the next Strategic Defence Review. Together, they will address why the UK needs to return … Continued
As tensions escalate between the Islamic regime in Iran and Israel, it's evident that the regime poses a threat not only to the Iranian people but to global stability. While listing the IRGC as a terrorist organization by all free nations is crucial, more decisive actions are needed at this pivotal moment. The Khamenei’s regime … Continued
Britain’s prisons are at breaking point. In recent weeks, the media has focused on the issue of overcrowding. It is, however, only the tip of the iceberg. Living conditions for prisoners are brutal. Extremism is widespread. The HM Prison Service workforce is overwhelmed and understaffed. And the reinsertion of prisoners into society all too often … Continued
On the 14th November 2024, the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign and the Henry Jackson Society are hosting an event in the Houses of Parliament to commemorate 15 years since the murder of Sergei Magnitsky, and reflect on his legacy. This important panel discussion will discuss how the Magnitsky Act has been utilised all over the … Continued
The Henry Jackson Society is excited to host an expert panel to engage in a real time conversation following the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. Our speakers will be discussing what Trump's return to office means for the US, its allies and the rest of the world. To save the date and register, please click the … Continued
HJS is excited to announce we are starting a weekly webinar series! Donald Trump’s re-election has sent shockwaves around the globe. Like him or hate him, everyone agrees: Trump is a change maker. His return to the White House will have huge ramifications for the world order. Will the 47th president of the United States, as … Continued
The first Trump Administration saw a visionary new set of partnerships in the Middle East created in the form of The Abraham Accords. Israel’s capital Jerusalem was finally recognised as such by the US, and Iran placed under maximum pressure with Trump’s disavowal of the JCPOA nuclear deal and willingness to strike directly against Iranian terrorism. … Continued
Alarm bells will be ringing in European capitals after incoming Trump appointees have indicated they no longer wish to support Ukraine and instead support a ceasefire with Russia. What does this mean for NATO and European defence going forward? How will the defence alliance cope with an isolationist US? What does this mean for the … Continued
Registration for this event has closed. If you would like to attend this event, please contact RSVP@henryjacksonsociety.org. We appreciate your interest and will do our best to accommodate your request but cannot guarantee a confirmation. The Henry Jackson Society is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our latest report, 'Understanding Kazakhstan's Strategic Importance: A Middle … Continued
This event can only be watched online. To register, please click HERE What does Trump’s presidency truly mean for the Western Balkans? Will his ‘America First’ policy leave the region on the periphery, or could his approach bring a fresh perspective to its long-standing challenges? These pressing questions, along with the broader implications of his foreign … Continued
