The week ahead

The federal government remains on a partial shutdown this week, while senior Pentagon officials are scheduled to speak around the Washington area.

Monday

The Brookings Institute holds a discussion on the future of U.S. policy in Afghanistan.

Tuesday

The Surface Navy Association's annual symposium begins at the Crystal City Hyatt Regency hotel in Arlington, VA, featuring senior service officials and runs through Thursday.

The Cato Institute hosts a discussion on the return of "great power competition."

Wednesday

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley, who has been nominated to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs, is scheduled to speak at an Association of the United States Army breakfast.

The Brookings Institute holds a discussion on securing maritime commerce.

Friday

Air Force Under Secretary Matt Donovan speaks at an Air Force Association breakfast.