Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

GPC Key Decisions

USAF Case for Change

Air Force FAQ for Reoptimizing Great Power Competition

“We need these changes now; we are out of time to reoptimize our forces to meet the strategic challenges in a time of great power competition.”

~ Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall

The United States faces a time of consequence marked by significant shifts in the strategic environment. To remain ready, the U.S. Air Force must change.

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

Today, the Air Force once again finds itself at a critical juncture—an era of Great Power Competition marked by a new security environment, a rapidly evolving character of war, and a formidable competitor. This new era requires understanding its challenges and the attributes needed to succeed.

Embracing change is not a choice; it is a necessity. The Air Force must “reoptimize” into an enterprise prepared for high-end conflicts and long-term strategic competition.

FEMA Approves $15 Million Allocation to Enhance Sports Infrastructure in Puerto Rico

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Video by Eduardo Martinez

Oct. 22, 2020 | 1:02

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, October 22, 2020 - Sports in Puerto Rico are strengthened with $15 million allocation from FEMA. Emblematic sports facilities in Puerto Rico have recovery funds approved by FEMA for repairs. The Roberto Clemente Coliseum, the San Juan Natatorium and Sixto Escobar Park are some of the facilities that will be repaired with these funds. Projects: over $7.3 million for the restoration of the Roberto Clemente Coliseum. A space renowned for sporting events and artistic shows. About $2.5 million for the repair of the San Juan Natatorium, which benefits students of the Escuela del Deporte, various swimming clubs and aquatic training in general. More than $2.2 million for the Baldrich courts. Recognized for being the only place on the island where the National Field Hockey Team practices. In addition to these funds, about $1.9 million for Sixto Escobar Park, $2.9 million for Dr. José Celso Barbosa Park and over $954,000 for the Pedrín Zorrilla Coliseum. The reconstruction of these facilities places the island in a better position for other competitive events. This was stated by Sara Rosario Vélez, president of the Puerto Rico Olympic Committee.FEMA/Eduardo Martínez More