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My latest #ThoughtoftheDayonChina: The Ministry of State Security, China’s equivalent of both CIA and FBI, kept a secretive presence for years, but now it is on social media and its daily controversial musings from politics to economics have made ordinary people and businesses even more jumpy.

Now available! Featuring substantial empirical detail and close analysis of key internal debates, ILLUSIONS OF CONTROL offers new perspectives on some of the most significant and controversial elements of recent U.S. security policy. https://buff.ly/3W67J2T #USForeignPolicy #SecurityPolicy #HumanRights #InternationalLaw

On 24 March 2022, the U.S. Department of State approved the release of the unclassified and releasable Integrated Country Strategy for the #Maldives. It was then published on the official website of the State Department. On 27 May 2024, I discovered that the State Department had inadvertently published a version of the ICS that included content that was marked Sensitive But Unclassified (#SBU). As articulated in 12 FAM 540, SBU refers to "information that is not classified for national security reasons, but that warrants/requires administrative control and protection from public or other unauthorized disclosure for other reasons." So, I responsibly reported the issue. Over five months later, that SBU-marked content remarkably remains live on the internet. At a minimum, this raises questions about whether the U.S. Department of State is in compliance with its own Information Quality Guidelines. At worst, it begs questions about the unauthorized disclosure of information that warrants protection from public disclosure. (cc: Hugo Yon, Ryan White, John Tomaszewski, National Security Council, The White House, United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations)

The Turning Point: Trump, Brexit, and Censorship Uncovered We explore the pivotal events that reshaped national security strategies in the U.S. and Europe, focusing on the impact of Trump’s victory, Brexit, and the role of censorship since the 2014 Crimea situation. Discover how these elements converged to alter global dynamics. #TrumpEra #BrexitImpact #Censorship #NationalSecurity #PoliticalAnalysis #Russiagate #GlobalPolitics #EasternEurope #PentagonFunding #CrisisPoint

Economic security is at the top of the agenda for the UK government. But what does it actually mean? And what should it mean for domestic policy and international cooperation? 👇 These 10 recommendations are a great starting point...

This week, I will talk with @KoriSchake and @dandcaldwell about US national security policy: What to expect in the first 100 days of the next administration

In the face of concerns about economic security, with Chatham House we convened a high-level discussion to explore the issues and outline 10 recommendations for the UK government. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecRiS4sB

In my latest article, I discuss what Trump's national security picks could indicate for extended #deterrence policies with #Japan and #SouthKorea. Read my thoughts below 👇 https://lnkd.in/er-3-hn4

The investigation into a potential assassination attempt on former President Trump is a grave and alarming development. Determining the motive behind such a plot is crucial not only for ensuring justice and accountability but also for understanding the broader implications for U.S. political stability and security. This incident highlights the intense polarization and extreme sentiments that can arise in today's political climate. It serves as a stark reminder of the need for heightened security measures and robust support for democratic processes. How this situation is handled will be pivotal in maintaining public trust in both the justice system and the ability to protect political figures from such threats.

An interesting report on #disinformation. Is this a real risk to national security, or merely a nuisance and below the noise level? Want to explore these topics? Then (bias alert) - you should join me (and many others) in the Information Professionals Association! Of course, for those who are able, you should join us at the College of Information and Cyberspace, National Defense University - the DoD's flagship university that wrestles with these concepts, preparing senior leaders to understand, and engage in the information fight!