Intelligence
Navigating the Storm: Security Challenges Facing CPEC
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has long been viewed as a pivotal initiative, promising significant economic benefits and stronger ties between Pakistan and China....
Afghanistan’s Role in Fuelling Smuggling and Drug Trafficking
Since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021, concerns have escalated regarding the group's involvement in illicit activities. One issue drawing international...
Greater Security Implications of the ‘Pager Attacks’ in Lebanon
The alleged Israeli mass cyber ‘terror’ attack against Hezbollah and Lebanon has further complicated the pursuit of regional stability in the Middle East and...
Crossroads of Crime: Drug Trafficking Networks in the Indian Ocean Region
More than 70 per cent of the globe is covered by Oceans, which are playing a significant role in climate change, war, geopolitics and...
Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination and Israel-Iran Spy Games
Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination in the heart of Iran’s capital comes as major game changer in regional politics. The incident comes at a particularly dangerous moment...
Connecting China’s Intelligence Agencies and Think Tanks
Perhaps what prompted me to conduct extensive research and study the role of “small or central leadership groups” and the role of (local support...
The Influence Equation of Social Media
Social media serves as a powerful platform for connecting people and amplifying diverse voices across the globe. However, what was once a tool for...
Cybersecurity at Major Global Events: Satellite Security Insights for the 2024 Olympics
In early April, the Kremlin firmly condemned President Emmanuel Macron's statement accusing Moscow of spreading disinformation regarding Paris's readiness to host the 2024 Olympics....
Strengthening Cyber Defences in Developing Countries: Offensive and Adversarial AI Threats
Authors:Tuhu NugrahaandRaditio Ghifiardi*
In the advancing digital era, cyberattacks have become significant threats to various sectors in Indonesia. Two types of cyberattacks that are increasingly...
Internal Security Dilemma in Pakistan
Pakistan has grappled with range of issues posing a threat to its internal security. These issues include terrorism, religious extremism, sectarian violence, insurgency, ethno-political...