Mr. Reid, al Qaeda and affiliated violent extremist groups work hard to appeal to local populations.
Somalia is a unique problem set as it is a failed state.
What would be the pros and cons of personnel contributions to the U.N. peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic o...
Increased U.S. contributions would provide additional expertise and capabilities in support of U.N. peacekeeping mission...
our ability to deliver equipment still lags behind, often taking 12 to 18 months
Are you confident that DOS is committed to making this initiative work jointly?
What remains the main impediment under the 1206 program to delivering equipment when it is needed?
In the decades to come, the most lethal threats to the United States' safety and security are likely to emanate from sta...
It was an incredible sight to see.
Thank you, Mr. Reid. You certainly have a lot to oversee for the special operations-combatting terrorism.
This is not a situation which would enable that country to withstand another major hurricane hit.
There's been discussion about arming the rebels or not arming the rebels. Certainly I think a lot of people are concerne...
I do want to say that we're going to keep the record open for any colleagues that may have questions for the record, unt...
do you believe that building the capacity of foreign security forces is a core function of DOD?
Mr. Reid, once a 1206 program has provided equipment or training in response to an emerging threat, when should that sec...
I would think the success in Colombia, for instance, in partnering with the United States has led to greater security, s...
One criticism of the section 1206 train-and-equip program is that assistance is provided to address emerging threats wit...
Increased U.S. contributions would also send a political message both to host nations and U.N. member states.
