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GCSC Issue Brief 2: Briefing And Memos From The Research Advisory Group

26 Jun 2018

The briefing and memos included in this issue were developed by independent researchers working within the GCSC Research Advisory Group. The papers included here were submitted to the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace (GCSC) in order to support its deliberations in Bratislava in May 2018. As a result of the Commission Meeting in […]

Norm Proposal | Global Commission Urges Protecting Electoral Infrastructure

23 May 2018

Bratislava, May 24, 2018 – The Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace (GCSC) decided to advocate a prohibition on the disruption of elections through cyber attacks on the technical infrastructure that supports elections. Specifically, the proposed norm reads as follows: “State and non-state actors should not pursue, support or allow cyber operations intended to […]

Protecting the Electoral Process and its Institutions

14 Feb 2018

This thought piece is prepared for the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace (GCSC) to (a) facilitate its understanding of critical cyber security issues related to protecting the democratic institutions necessary to conduct free and fair elections, and (b) identify key topics that may be suitable for further research commissioned by the GCSC. In […]

Towards a Holistic Approach for Internet Related Public Policy Making

28 Jan 2018

Can the Helsinki Process of the 1970s be a Source of Inspiration to Enhance Stability in Cyberspace? 20 years ago, Internet governance was a technical issue with some political implications. Today, Internet Governance is a key political issue with some technical components. This shift is challenging the institutional balance within the global Internet governance ecosystem […]

GCSC Issue Brief 1: Briefings and Memos from the Research Advisory Group

22 Dec 2017

The briefings and memos included in this issue were developed by independent researchers working within the GCSC Research Advisory Group. The papers included here were submitted to the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace (GCSC) in order to suppo

Norm Proposal | Call to Protect the Public Core of the Internet

21 Nov 2017

NEW DELHI, Nov. 21, 2017, The Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace (GCSC) today released a call to action by all Internet stakeholders to safeguard the general availability and integrity of the Internet. GCSC Commissioners issued a “Call to Protect the Public Core of the Internet“. The declaration urges state and non-state actors to […]

Cyber as a Domain: Concept and Capabilities

28 Feb 2017

HCSS was asked to address the concept of cyber as a domain and analyze and develop the scoping of the concept by addressing the question whether the existing NATO cyber capabilities covered the whole spectrum of possible cyber capabilities that might by required for NATO Strategic Commands to fulfil its ambitions declaring cyber its fourth domain of operations. For that latter part, an analytical framework was applied. This study is aimed at exploring and developing the concept of Cyber as a Domain for the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) at the request of NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT).

Strategic Monitor 2020-2021 : Geopolitical Genesis

Strategic Monitor 2020-2021 : Geopolitical Genesis

3 Mar 2021

Now is the time for the European Union to consolidate its status as a nascent global power. The Netherlands must play an active role in this. In addition, despite the election of President Biden, transatlantic relations will not return to the pre-2016 status quo.

EU Russia Gas

Gas Supply Security in the Netherlands

2 Mar 2021

The decline in domestic gas production has resulted in the Netherlands, once a self-sufficient country, becoming increasingly dependent on imports of natural gas from Russia and of LNG from the US and Qatar, among others.

Digitale Autonomie

Soevereiniteit en Digitale Autonomie

25 Feb 2021

De Europese afhankelijkheid van buitenlandse technologie heeft tot een discussie over soevereiniteit en digitale autonomie geleid, waarin meerdere invalshoeken aan bod komen: rechtsbescherming, veiligheid, onderwijs en economie.

Behavior-Oriented Operations in the Military Context

23 Feb 2021

With the growing complexities of modern warfare, grey zone conflicts, and the increasing diversity of both local and global actors, there is a need for the military to carefully consider ways in which actors’ behavior is influenced. Use of force alone does not guarantee victory, it is necessary to outmaneuver the adversaries in the human […]

Turkey’s Recalcitrance and NATO’s Nuisance

18 Feb 2021

As the US retreats from its leadership role in Europe, Turkey has pursued an increasingly independent defense policy, attempting to position itself as a regional power and producing tensions with fellow NATO allies. While strong interdependencies remain, conflict, not just of values, but of interests, has made the relationship between Turkey and NATO a tenuous one. The […]

Kansrijke Integratie Mens-Technologie Binnen Defensie

17 Feb 2021

Geopolitieke verhoudingen verharden en dreigingen nemen toe in aantal, variëteit en complexiteit. De Defensievisie 2035 stelt dat het groeiende beroep dat in de komende jaren op Defensie wordt gedaan en de beschikbare middelen nu niet op elkaar aansluiten. Defensie kampt met een structureel tekort aan personeel, zowel wat betreft de kwantitatieve personele vulling, als de […]

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Capstone Report: Robotic and Autonomous Systems in a Military Context

10 Feb 2021

Militaries around the world are developing, integrating and using robotic and autonomous systems (RAS) in line with the evolution of warfare. Further thinking needs to be done regarding the conditions under which this process takes place within the Netherlands and what challenges and implications are likely to arise as a consequence. The HCSS project ‘RAS […]

RAS Implementation

The Implementation of Robotic and Autonomous Systems: The Future is Now, prepare for 2045

9 Feb 2021

Over the last two years, HCSS has conducted research on Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS) in a military context concerning several aspects and dilemmas. Throughout this paper on the implementation of RAS, we hope to inspire thinking and stimulate the reader to reflect on the future use of RAS, draw recommendations towards the year 2035 […]

Whitepaper Strategische Autonomie op Cybersecurity

Whitepaper Strategische Autonomie op Cybersecurity

21 Jan 2021

Om haar strategische autonomie te kunnen blijven waarborgen moet Nederland fors investeren in de eigen innovatie- en concurrentiekracht.

Russia All in on Gas and Oil

Russia’s Unsustainable Business Model: Going All In on Oil and Gas

19 Jan 2021

It is evident that the current Russian business model is facing major challenges and will not be sustainable in the long run. Learn more:

Cybercapaciteiten Koninklijke Landmacht

Naar een Cybercapaciteitenportfolio voor de Koninklijke Landmacht

14 Jan 2021

In dit rapport identificeren de auteurs wat de rol van de Koninklijke Landmacht in het cyberdomein kan of moet zijn.

CDS Hybrid Threats

A Framework for Cross-Domain Strategies Against Hybrid Threats

12 Jan 2021

Hybrid threats are increasing, and the Netherlands, together with partners in its network of alliances, requires a new strategic posture to counter these threats.

Environmental Terrorism in the MENA Region

The Widening Arsenal of Terrorist Organizations: Environmental Terrorism on the Rise in the Middle East and North Africa

5 Jan 2021

How can environmental terrorism, specifically in the MENA-region best be addressed?

HCSS Annual Report 2020

HCSS Annual Report 2020

24 Dec 2020

The year 2020 is one to remember. This Annual Report contains food for thought, as we focus on some of the 2020 highlights and on future developments in the world.

Persistent Engagement Cyberdomein

Persistent engagement in het cyberdomein: stabilisatie of escalatie?

16 Dec 2020

Leidt persistent engagement tot meer stabiliteit in cyberspace, of tot misinterpretaties en escalatie? Dit artikel beschrijft de mogelijke gevolgen volgens voor- en tegenstanders en wat persistent engagement kan betekenen voor Nederland.

Covid-19 European Security Implications

The Security Implications of the Pandemic: COVID-19 and European Security

15 Dec 2020

What are the security implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for Europe? This article discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic is above all an accelerator, an exacerbator and a catalyst of prevailing security dynamics.

Securing Critical Raw Materials

Securing Critical Materials for Critical Sectors: Policy options for the Netherlands and the European Union

11 Dec 2020

In this extensive report identifies strategies and policy instruments that the Netherlands, in collaboration with the EU, can apply in order to reduce important dependence on critical raw materials.

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