Biography

Jack Burnham is a senior research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ (FDD’s) China Program. His research primarily focuses on China’s military, emerging technologies, and science and technology policy. He also researches and analyzes the role of innovative technology in changing the character of contemporary conflict.

Prior to joining FDD, Jack was a senior policy research analyst at the China Institute at the University of Alberta and a junior research fellow at the NATO Association of Canada. He earned an MPP from the Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University and a Bachelor of Arts Honors in Political Studies from Queen’s University.

Jack has published his analyses in The Conversation, Policy Options, New York Post, The National Interest, and the Centre for International and Defence Policy. He also authored and led several war-gaming exercises for senior government and private sector principals while at the China Institute.

FDD Analysis

Prohibiting the Importation and Marketing of Certain Foreign-Produced Military-Grade Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and UAS Critical Components for Non-U.S. Government, IncludingThose With Swarming Capabilities

October 23, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery,  Jack Burnham,  Emmerson Overell

Securing the United States Bulk-Power System

October 9, 2026 | Annie Fixler,  Zoe Rice,  Craig Singleton,  Jack Burnham,  Sophie McDowall,  RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery

Taiwan’s Drone Bill Signals Stronger Defense

September 8, 2026 | Jack Burnham

Prohibiting the Importation and Marketing of Certain Covered UAS and UAS Critical Components and Equipment Listed in Section 1709 of FY2025 NDAA

September 3, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery,  Jack Burnham

5 Things To Know About China’s Coercion Campaign Against Taiwan and the Limits of Leader-Level Diplomacy

August 25, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  Jack Burnham

China Probes Taiwan's Defenses

August 25, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  Jack Burnham

Fresh Off Major Defense Drills, Taiwan Proposes Record Military Spending

August 24, 2026 | Jack Burnham

Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks

August 17, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery,  Jack Burnham

Prohibiting the Importation and Marketing of Certain Covered UAS and UAS Critical Components and Equipment Listed in Section 1709 of FY2025 NDAA

August 10, 2026 | Craig Singleton,  Jack Burnham

Protecting Against National Security Threats to the Communications Supply Chain Through the Equipment Authorization Program

August 7, 2026 | Jack Burnham

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