Entries by Stephanie Govaerts

Emma Genovesi on her typical day as a general intern, gaining practical experience and finding her perfect work environment at HCSS

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Hi my name is Emma and I am half Italian, half American and I have lived and studied in both countries. For my bachelor’s studies, I started off doing Political Science and International Relations at the University of Bologna, and then proceeded to do my Master’s in International Relations and Diplomacy, focusing on International Security Policy. I decided to narrow my field by attending the Cyber Security and Governance program at Leiden University. Because I was looking for practical experience in my field, I decided to apply to HCSS, and so, long story short, here I am!

Oscar Lodeizen on dashboards, AI, and all things data

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What’s it like being an intern in the HCSS Datalab? Oscar Lodeizen tells you more about his experience: My time at HCSS has been incredibly valuable, both for learning and for having fun. It’s an exciting first step into the professional world. So far it has made me realise how important it is to have both affinity and enthusiasm for the field you are in. If the internship aligns with your interests and you are ready for the challenge, I would absolutely recommend applying.

Benedetta Girardi and Alisa Hoenig author chapter in book Decoding the Chessboard of Asian Geopolitics

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Strategic analyst Benedetta Girardi and former assistant analyst Alisa Hoenig have authored a chapter in the newly published book ‘Decoding the Chessboard of Asian Geopolitics: Asian Powerplay in East and Southeast Asia, The Global North, and Other Emerging Issues.’ Their chapter, titled ‘Navigating Geopolitics: Europe’s Evolving Connections with South and Southeast Asia’, explores the dynamic and shifting relationships between Europe and key actors in Asia through a geopolitical lens.

Emma Bokel joins HCSS as new Data Science Officer

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HCSS is pleased to announce that Emma Bokel has joined our team as a Data Science Officer! Emma: “I’m excited to return to HCSS in my new role as Data Science Officer. As someone deeply interested in both data science and public policy, especially in the field of geopolitics, the Data Lab at HCSS is a perfect fit. I’m particularly enthusiastic about the opportunity to apply my policy knowledge to support code design, and, on the other hand, to use my data background to critically analyse information for policy purposes.”

Event Recap | NATO Future Fuels Workshop

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The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies (HCSS) and the Federation of European Tank Storage Associations (FETSA) hosted a NATO Future Fuels Closed-Door Workshop on 24 April 2025 in The Hague, The Netherlands. For the first time, this workshop brought together representatives of the commercial and military infrastructure sectors to discuss the impact and risks of the changing global environment as well as commercial and military infrastructure needs. This event recap includes key takeaways from the event.

Pieter-Jan Vandoren | WindWorks Conference Riga

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HCSS Strategic Analyst Pieter-Jan Vandoren spoke at the 2025 WindWorks Conference in Riga on the ‘Defense vs Wind Energy’ panel. “Windworks Powering Economy” is the main platform for experts, policymakers, investors, and other stakeholders to network and discuss opportunities, challenges, and best practices in the wind energy sector across the Baltic States.

New Event | Emerging Technologies and the Future of Deterrence

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Emerging and disruptive technologies (EDTs) such as AI, (counter-)space, cyber, directed energy weapons, electronic warfare and hypersonic missiles increasingly affect international security and strategic stability. At this event – part of the NATO Summit Tour – a distinguished panel of international experts will present different viewpoints on the impact of emerging technologies on deterrence and strategic stability.

GC REAIM Expert Policy Note Series

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Over the past two weeks, we’ve launched the GC REAIM Expert Policy Note Series, sharing six of the 19 thought-provoking policy notes written by members of the GC REAIM Expert Advisory Group. These notes explore the variety of issues that emerge at the intersection of AI, ethics, law, and military strategy, offering timely, practical recommendations for responsible AI governance. Here’s what we’ve covered so far…

Conference Report Seabed Security

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On March 27, HCSS and TNO, in close collaboration with the Ministries of Infrastructure and Water Management and Defence, organised the Seabed Security Seminar in The Hague. As part of the preparations, TNO in collaboration with HCSS and the Ministeries, drafted a position paper containing concrete recommendations for action, aimed at strengthening the debate and contributing to effective solutions for the strategic security of the seabed.