Tackling Global Threats: Challenges Facing National Security

Despite the withdrawal of all U.S. troops from Iraq and the death of Osama bin Laden, viable security threats still remain. With the ongoing upheaval in the Middle East, the continuing conflict in Afghanistan and the unpredictability of Iran and Pakistan, the United States faces a multitude of national security challenges.

Discussing these concerns will be panelists from the United States Army War College Eisenhower Series College Program at “Tackling Global Threats: Challenges Facing National Security.” The program will be offered at the Peters Township Public Library in collaboration with the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh. Register in advance to attend this free program b emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724.941.9430.

How will the U.S. strengthen existing alliances and forge new partnerships in an effort to remain secure? What are the implications of these security threats for America’s future foreign policy decisions? How will the United States balance national security priorities with the domestic agenda amidst a recovering economy and social unrest? Learn about the pressing international security issues facing the United States from military officers at the U.S. Army War College who have first-hand experience of military operations and strategy at home and abroad.

McMurray Veterans of Foreign Wars POST 764 is generously providing support for the 2012 International Program Series hosted by the Peters Township Public Library in partnership with the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh.