OE Watch Issue # 06, 2023

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China

People’s Liberation Army Changing Mission of Civilian Personnel
By Kevin McCauley

Beijing Expands Counter-Espionage Law To Crack Down on Foreign Access to Chinese Information
By Thomas Shrimpton

Chinese Perspective on Manned-Unmanned Coordinated Operations on the Modern Battlefield
By Thomas Shrimpton

China Justifies Naval Pressure Against Japan
By Jacob Zenn

China Eyes Opportunity To Expand ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ With Mexico
By Ryan Berg


Russia

Regional Analyst Questions Effectiveness, Sustainability of Russian Missile Strikes in Ukraine
By Dodge Billingsley

Russian Domestic Support for Ukraine Invasion Weakens as Fighters Return Home
By Ray Finch

Russian Defense Ministry Approves Five-Year Plan To Expand and Modernize Arctic Air Bases
By Les Grau

Russia Strengthens Its Military Presence in Central Asia
By Matthew Stein

Russia Concerned About Dependence on Chinese Technology
By Ray Finch


Iran

Iran Unveils New Thermobaric Warhead
By Michael Rubin

Iran Opens New Helicopter, Drone Base in Southeastern Provincial Capital
By Michael Rubin

Iran Ready To Help Syria Rebuild Its Defense Infrastructure
By Michael Rubin


Terrorism and Transnational Crime

Organized Crime Engulfing Ecuador
By Ryan Berg

Burkina Faso Claims Disguised Jihadists, Not Military, Responsible for Civilian Killings
By Jason Warner

Vast Majority of Malians Express Confidence in Russia’s Ability To Address Jihadist Violence
By Jason Warner


Global Operational Environment

Sudanese Conflict Harms Russian Military and Mining Interests
By Jacob Zenn

India’s Perspective on Negotiations With China Over Line of Actual Control
By Matthew Stein

Key Arab Countries Join Chinese-Led Regional Body as Dialogue Partners
By Lucas Winter

South African Army Chief Visits Russia To Discuss Arms Amid U.S. Tensions
By Jason Warner

UAE Seeking Greater Cooperation With Egyptian Defense Sector
By Lucas Winter