This episode covers recent CNA research on the impact of Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs on law enforcement operations.

Guest Biographies

Thomas Christoff is an expert on criminology, law, and justice. Christoff has extensive experiencing working with local and state law enforcement agencies, providing technical assistance in all facets of police operations.

Heleana Melendez is an expert in criminal justice research and policing. Her research areas include social network analysis, violent crime investigations, cryptomarkets and police reform.

Further Reading

Previous CNA Talks Episode: Drone As First Responder Programs

CNA's Center for Justice Research and Innovation

This episode covers past and potential military cooperation between the People's Republic of China and Russia.

Guest Biographies

Elizabeth Wishnick is an expert on Sino-Russian relations, People's Republic of China and Russian security policy, Asian security, polar strategy, and resource security.

Dmitry Gorenburg is an expert on security issues in the former Soviet Union, the Russian military, Russian foreign policy, and ethnic politics and identity.

Further Reading

CNA's Russia Studies Program

CNA's China Studies Program

Wishnick in China Leadership Monitor

This episode explores how Russia uses shadow fleet tactics to avoid Western sanctions, and the complexities of countering these tactics under maritime law.

Guest Biographies

Cornell Overfield is a specialist in the relationship between maritime law and foreign policy. At CNA, he has worked on projects covering Arctic security and economic activity, improved engagement with allies and partners, and data analytics.

Further Reading

CNA InDepth: The Shadow Fleet's New Flags Challenge Order at Sea