"The ‘Middle Corridor’ Trade Route Just Got a Boost" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Briefing World Politics Review 10 May, 2024 Originally published: https://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/middle-corridor-azerbaijan-kazakhstan/ An international effort to create a rail and maritime transport corridor to connect Asia to Europe, while avoiding Russian territory, has gained momentum in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But the success or failure of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, or TITR, commonly known as the Middle Corridor, depends on solid relations between Azerbaijan a ..read more

  "R600MC tested in Counter-UAS role from S-MET UGV" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Land Warfare Shephard Media 9 May 2024, Originally published: https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/landwarfareintl/r600mc-tested-in-counter-uas-role-from-s-met-ugv/ Developed in cooperation with Javelin Joint Venture, the R600MC integrates four launchers (two in a pod on each side) for the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank guided missile along with 30x113mm cannon and +M240B 7.62mm coaxial machine gun ..read more

  "Quantum Systems unveils new Reliant UAS" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Air Warfare Shephard Media 8 May, 2024 Originally published: https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/quantum-systems-unveils-new-reliant-uas/ As well as the new UAS, Quantum Systems has outlined its plans to improve the capabilities of its existing platforms ..read more

  "Kyrgyzstan: The Weak Link of the Southern Corridor" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Situation Report Geopolitical Monitor  6 May, 2024 Originally published: https://www.geopoliticalmonitor.com/kyrgyzstan-the-weak-link-of-the-southern-corridor/ Transportation corridors across Eurasia are not new. China announced the construction of the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013, and the project has been described as the New Silk Road. Moreover, when the war in Ukraine commenced, the Trans Caspian International Route, or Middle Corridor, quickly gained prominence to decrease reliance on Russia ..read more

  "Red Cat looks to partnerships to expand Teal 2’s wings" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Uncrewed Vehicles Shephard Media 2 May, 2024 Originally published: https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/uv-online/red-cat-looks-to-select-partnerships-to-expand-teal-2s-wings/ Teal 2 UAV producer Red Cat has unveiled its strategic partnerships and advancements in drone technology in anticipation of the US Army’s decision on the Short-Range Reconnaissance (SRR) programme ..read more

  "Sino-Kyrgyz Relations: A (Very) One-sided Relationship" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Crossroads Asia The Diplomat 29 April 2024 Originally published: https://thediplomat.com/2024/04/sino-kyrgyz-relations-a-very-one-sided-relationship/ On the one hand, China and the BRI have aided Kyrgyzstan in opening up to global trade. On the other hand, Bishkek’s debt and dependency on Beijing’s loans are alarming ..read more

   "South America: small wars, insurgencies & aerial acquisition programs" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Small Wars and Insurgencies Published: 24 April, 2024 Originally published: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09592318.2024.2336089  Abstract: While maintaining minimal deterrence capabilities, South America’s has not experienced inter-state warfare in almost three decades. Internal security challenges exist, while militaries are involved in various other missions, including humanitarian assistance, search-and-rescue, combating wildfires, and combating environment ..read more

  Presentation: "The Role of the United States: A Green 5+1 Proposal" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Green 5+1 for Central Asia Jamestown Foundation Washington, DC 25 April 2024  https://jamestown.org/event/green-51-for-central-asia/ 1:00 – 2:30 pm—Central Asia Becoming Part of the Solution Central Asia’s Response to Environmental Threats: Regional Cooperation and Joint Actions International Actors’ Approach: World Bank Priorities and Programs The Role of the United States: Green 5+1 Proposal ..read more

  "From F-16s to NATO, Argentina’s moves tilt West, but ties to China to last"  Wilder Alejandro Sanchez Breaking Defense 25 April, 2024 Originally published: https://breakingdefense.com/2024/04/from-f-16s-to-nato-argentinas-moves-tilt-west-but-ties-to-china-to-last/ There are flashpoints to watch as Argentina navigates its future between the polar attractions of Washington and Beijing, including future defense deals and a deep space facility. WASHINGTON — The surprise decision by Argentina to seek a rare partner status with NATO, coupled with Buenos Aires’s recent choice of Dutch ..read more

  "COP 29: Azerbaijan takes the spotlight" Wilder Alejandro Sanchez NE Global 21 April, 2024  Originally published: https://www.neglobal.eu/cop-29-azerbaijan-takes-the-spotlight/ The next global climate conference, COP 29, will occur in November in Baku, Azerbaijan. The gathering is essential to continue discussing and developing strategies to address climate change worldwide. Moreover, the meeting will help to increase Azerbaijan’s image as a global player in the production of green energy ..read more