As the first cohort of the 2026 program plan, the Marshall Center’s newest alumni leave prepared to strengthen strategic thinking and support European-led deterrence and defense.

Week 2 of Strategic Competition and Russia challenged participants to examine how competition shapes national security decisions.

Following focused sessions on problem framing, national security perspectives, and the responsible use of AI in security strategy, the inaugural Strategic Competition and Russia course concluded its opening week.

This first offering under the Marshall Center’s reimagined program is designed to strengthen European-led defense, promote burden-sharing, and equip participants with the skills needed to make real impact within their home nations and organizations.

The Marshall Center director visited the NATO School Oberammergau to highlight how the Marshall Center is expanding access to its programs.