Valued Sustainable Services: Building Partnership Capacity Through Collaborating Approaches

Authors

• Linton Wells II, Center for Technology and National Security Policy, Institute for National Strategic Studies, National Defense UniversityFollow

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Description

This paper explores how the United States can build effective partnership capacity by adopting collaborative, service-oriented approaches that prioritize long-term value and sustainability. It argues that traditional models of security assistance often fall short when they are not aligned with partner nation needs or lack enduring institutional support. By focusing on “valued sustainable services,” Linton Wells highlights the importance of co-development, shared priorities, and continuous engagement in strengthening partner capabilities. This approach enhances legitimacy, improves governance outcomes, and supports more resilient security relationships. The paper offers insights for shaping security cooperation strategies that are adaptive, partner-centric, and effective in an era of strategic competition.

Document Type

Policy Brief

Region(s)

Global

Topic(s)

Defense Policy, National Security, Strategic Competition

Publication Date

7-2013

Publication

Defense Horizons

Publisher

National Defense University Press

City

Washington, DC

Keywords

security cooperation, partnership capacity building, valued sustainable services, collaboration, partner nations, governance, institutional capacity, defense strategy, strategic competition, security assistance, capacity development, international cooperation, long-term engagement, partner-centric approaches

Recommended Citation

Wells, Linton II, "Valued Sustainable Services: Building Partnership Capacity Through Collaborating Approaches" (2013). Defense Horizons. 10.
https://digitalcommons.ndu.edu/defense-horizons/10