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    Barriers To Space Cooperation In South Asia: Africa As An Inspiration

    Abstract: Access to outer space is critical for all, small or big, and all countries are equal stakeholders of the Global Commons. It is essential for a host of activities, including civilian and security. Outer space is often characterised as ‘global commons,’ and the Outer Space Treaties have historically ensured the equal opportunity to explore… Read more →

    Most Farjana Sharmin, Yug Desai

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    The Georgian Intelligence Service’s Role In Contemporary Russia-Georgia Relations

    Abstract: The world has never been safe for small and vulnerable countries. Their perilous position has been largely determined by weak economic, political and military capabilities, which deprive them of the ability to ensure their national security effectively. The existing literature concerning national security of small and vulnerable countries reveals that overemphasis is placed upon… Read more →

    Ana Kareli

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    A Systematic Review Of Cognitive And Psychological Warfare

    Abstract: The human mind is the paramount battleground in modern warfare, where cognitive warfare emerges as an unparalleled domain demanding recognition. The People’s Republic of China and Russia have incorporated cognitive warfare and related strategies into their operations. However, there remains a blurriness regarding the concept and application of cognitive warfare in academic discourse and… Read more →

    Fabio Ibrahim, Steffen Rhode, Monika Daseking

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    Rethinking Ethics In Security Policy – NATO Against Soviet Legacy

    Abstract: Security policy is shapeshifting in time and space. Ethics and ethical forms of politics are especially noteworthy in developing countries, where political culture is established later (or not at all) compared to successful countries. Problem statement: How is it possible to reconcile the standards of NATO’s security policy with potential member states while respecting… Read more →

    David Shakarishvili

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    Implementing Anti-Money Laundering Laws: Challenges for Law Enforcement Authorities

    Abstract: The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), as the policy setter on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism, recommends criminalising money laundering as an offence. Following those recommendations, countries have criminalised the offence of money laundering by enacting national laws. Although national policies are in place, their effectiveness must still be evaluated. To… Read more →

    Noragal Dasni Lakmalee Hemchandra

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    Philosophy Of Cyber Warfare

    Abstract: The People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) rapid rise in global cyber warfare threatens economic stability and geopolitical security. Their state-backed cyber espionage, targeting governments, corporations, and institutions, raises concerns about intellectual property theft and political espionage. Allegations of targeting critical infrastructure add to the potential for significant economic harm. The integration of cyber warfare… Read more →

    Vipul Tamhane

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    There Is No Need For A Cognitive Domain

    Abstract: Cognitive Warfare is gaining ground in the strategic and operational debate. Accordingly, there are various calls for the introduction of a cognitive domain. The partitioning of warfare into operational domains within the framework of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) effectively reduces the complexity of military decision models as long as the majority of dependencies occur within… Read more →

    Patrick Hofstetter, Flurin Jossen

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    The Post-Polar Moment

    Abstract: Nations and intergovernmental organisations must consider the real possibility of moving into a world without a global hegemon. The core assumptions that underpin realist thought can directly be challenged by presenting an alternative approach to non-polarity. This could be through questioning what might occur if nations moved from a world in which polarity remains… Read more →

    Nathan Wilson

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    Deception In The 21st Century

    Abstract: In the hybrid-digitalised conflicts of the 21st century, military deception is more relevant than ever. The invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has shown the world how resolutely the battle for the narrative in the information space is being fought. Modern technologies offer new possibilities for deceiving the enemy and the public. Commanders and… Read more →

    Albin Rentenberger

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    Using Artificial Intelligence Tools For Obtaining Cognitive Warfare Advantages

    Abstract: Nowadays, the internet and social media are probably the most powerful tools used in cognitive warfare to target key figures, niche groups, and significant populations in a community. This article presents a sentiment analysis framework for posts collected from the X social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, on topics related to the Russian-Ukrainian… Read more →

    Annamaria Sârbu, Gavrilas Anca

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