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North Korea
Experts consider the implications of escalating tensions in the region despite international efforts to defuse the situation. Includes comment and multimedia.
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A Middle East Free of Nuclear Weapons?
A nuclear weapon-free Middle East would address many security concerns, writes Patricia Lewis in International Affairs. But how likely is negotiation on the issue?
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Cyber Security: What is Critical?
Security of the cyber layer is of great societal importance, yet the dense interconnections between sectors – facilitated by cyberspace – make it harder to decide what to protect, says this report. Read.

Research Themes

• Cyber Security

We focus on key security challenges in cyberspace, identify policy responses and establish a knowledge base for public and private sector decision-makers and wider society.

• Innovative Thinking in International Security

This research area proposes innovative solutions to the complex security challenges we face today, testing alternative approaches to security dialogue, policy and operations.

• International Security, Defence and Governance

Research informs the continuing defence and security debate and assesses future threats and challenges in the areas of arms control, non-proliferation, and maritime security.

• Science, Technology and International Security

With rapidly changing advancements in science and technology this research area explores the implications, opportunities and vulnerabilities of emerging science and technology on international security policy.

• Security Beyond the State

This research area takes a people-centered approach to security issues, focusing on terrorism, and the international drugs trade and organized crime.