The Daily Brief

Published on EGF: 11.09.2019

Essential Reading

For China and Russia, Common Interests Make for Closer Security Ties — Moscow and Beijing are increasing their security ties in tandem with mounting U.S. pressure. But their partnership can only go so far before the two neighboring powers’ own interests inevitably get in the way. Link

How Bolton's Removal as U.S. National Security Adviser Will Shape U.S. Foreign Policy — Bolton's departure has the potential to affect U.S. policy on everything from Iran to arms control. Link

Russia, Mozambique: Moscow Treads a Well-Worn Path in Southern Africa — Russia has been popping up around Africa in recent years. In its most recent foray, it's sent military forces to Mozambique — a land of energy promise and militant peril. Link

Podcasts

'Thank You for My Service' With Mat Best — In this episode, Stratfor’s Chief Security Officer Fred Burton sits down with veteran advocate and YouTube phenomenon Mat Best to discuss Best's new memoir, "Thank You for My Service." Link

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To counter the United States in key Asian and European theaters, Russia and China will increase the size and scope of their joint military exercises in the coming months.

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