Understanding emerging threats and opportunities in defence and security realm locally and globally, focusing on the security-development nexus and strategic national interests.
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The pillar focuses on understanding of emerging threats and opportunities in defence and security realm locally and globally.
It focuses on the security-development nexus, political violence, ethno-national conflicts, security sector reforms, radicalization and violent extremism, counterterrorism and multilateralism.
As we consistently examine shifting dynamics in defence and security, we support strategy formulation through evidence-based research and expert analysis.
As we consistently examine shifting dynamics in defence and security, we support strategy formulation through three key approaches.
We undertake, produce and disseminate cutting edge research that supports effective national policy making and strengthen the capacity of national security and defence.
We assist the public, private, defence and security decision makers in understanding the practices that drive better security management.
We establish a platform for national defence and security researchers to link with practitioners for in-depth knowledge transfer and collaborative research.
Examining the interconnection between security and sustainable development outcomes.
Understanding causes, patterns and prevention of political violence in the region.
Analyzing ethnic and national identity-based conflicts and resolution strategies.
Supporting transformation and modernization of security institutions.
Developing strategies to prevent and respond to terrorism threats.
Promoting cooperative security through regional and international partnerships.
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Foreign Policy, Security and Defence