Fireside Chat with Kathleen Hicks - U.S. Defense Priorities and Challenges

Engage in a thought-provoking fireside chat featuring Kathleen Hicks, Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Defense, moderated by Anja Manuel. Delve into crucial defense-focused priorities in the United States, exploring topics such as innovation within the Department of Defense, lessons learned from Ukraine's conflict applicable to potential Chinese reunification attempts with Taiwan, and the new Congress's approach to supporting Ukraine. Gain insights into the DOD's primary challenge - China - and understand how the U.S. government is making progress in key capability areas to confront this "daunting challenge." Discover Hicks' perspective on overturning bureaucracy to deliver effective deterrence strategies and her confidence in the advancements being made in critical areas of defense.