For King and Country is a compelling documentary that follows DKI APCSS Alumni of the Year 2023 and Tongan diplomat Viliami Lolohea’s visionary pursuit of addressing Tonga’s critical infrastructure needs through innovation rooted in culture and resilience. Faced with rising construction costs and material scarcity, he pioneers the use of ferronickel slag—a sustainable alternative to sand—transforming it into a national solution for housing, roads, and water access. Endorsed by His Majesty and embraced by communities, the project exemplifies how locally led innovation can deliver scalable impact. This story invites all to support a proven model for sustainable development, climate adaptation, and economic empowerment across the...
Change of Command for the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies
Guam native retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Pete Gumataotao retires from the Center after serving as director since 2018.
Australia’s Ambassador to the United States Dr. Kevin Rudd, AC, recently addressed the 124 international Fellows attending the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies’ Comprehensive Security Cooperation course in Honolulu. The former Australian Prime Minister took the opportunity to speak on “The United States, China, and Taiwan and the Role of Deterrence in Scenarios Short of War.
