Staatssecretaris Derk Boswijk bezoekt HCSS voor gesprek over de toekomst van Defensie
Op 19 augustus 2026 verwelkomde HCSS Staatssecretaris van Defensie Derk Boswijk voor een inhoudelijk gesprek over de ontwikkelingen die de Nederlandse veiligheidsomgeving vormgeven. Tijdens zijn bezoek deelden HCSS-experts hun inzichten over onder meer de toekomst van de krijgsmacht, de defensie-industrie, lessen uit actuele conflicten, de strategische betekenis van de Indo-Pacific en de rol van technologie en ruimte in moderne oorlogsvoering.
HCSS Fuel Security for Defence series | Fuel is no longer just an energy issue. It’s a security issue
Fuel security is fundamental to European defence readiness. Recent tensions in the Middle East and renewed concerns over the Strait of Hormuz have underscored how geopolitical shocks can threaten military fuel supplies and expose Europe's dependence on vulnerable global energy markets. Through the HCSS Energy Security Initiative, our research examines how declining refining capacity, import dependence and the energy transition are reshaping military fuel resilience. From strengthening existing fuel supply chains to scaling up alternative fuels, HCSS explores how Europe can ensure its armed forces remain operational in times of crisis.
Jesse Kommandeur: Why a think tank needs a Datalab
HCSS Datalab Manager Jesse Kommandeur on “Why a think tank needs a Datalab.” In this blog, Jesse talks about the evolving role of data and AI in policy research and strategic decision-making. He reflects on how the HCSS Datalab has evolved, the value of combining quantitative methods with deep subject-matter expertise, and the challenges of applying data science to defence, security and geopolitics. Looking ahead, Jesse shares his perspective on emerging AI methods and the future of data-driven geopolitical analysis.
