Security
Emerging technologies: implications for CBRN terrorism
Emergent technologies are likely to have major implications with regards to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) terrorism. While the CBRN overall threat level is still low, developments in technology could leverage its impact in the future.
The revival of Asia’s quadrilateral security dialogue
A meeting between senior officials from the United States, India, Japan, and Australia took place in Manila on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit to discuss regional and global cooperation.
The Islamist terrorism threat in Ireland
Following a series of incidents, Irish readiness to respond to radical Islamist terrorism is in question.
Gains from inter-Korean Olympic diplomacy at risk without U.S. engagement
To extend the temporary Olympics thaw into a long-term opportunity, the U.S. and South Korea have to work together. However, it seems likely that Seoul and Washington will remain divided on the path ahead.
The evolving terrorist threat to China’s Central Asia projects
With its infrastructure projects and business investments, China’s Silk Road Economic Belt (SREB) initiative has the potential to transform Central Asia. But Chinese plans will face rising terrorism and extremism risks in the region.
No end in sight for conflict in Eastern Ukraine
As armed conflict continues in Eastern Ukraine amid failed attempts at ceasefires, should we expect new flare-ups in the Donbass region in 2018?
Swarm drone attack in Syria points to new kind of warfare
The 5 January drone attack against two Russian bases in Syria highlights the growing risk posed by non-state actors using UAVs for offensive operations.
Emerging technologies: when terrorists print their own weapons
Additive manufacturing (3D printing) could have a major impact on terrorist capabilities – especially with regards to the ease of obtaining arms.
How governments manage security risk with facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology has the potential to reduce security costs, but carries its own risks and may entrench discrimination.
Emerging technologies: terrorism and UAVs
Deployment of UAVs in warzones by non-state actors presages their use in terrorist attacks – and as regulation struggles to catch up with technological advances, the risk is rising.
