Matt Pottinger, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor, delivered a recorded message to the Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum, thanking Robert Pittenger for his leadership in convening lawmakers from nearly 100 countries…
Dr. Sohan Dasgupta emphasized that economic security is tantamount to national security. He advocates for countries to strengthen the production and supply of semi-conductors which are essential parts used in…
In closing the two-day forum, Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales, Jr. lauded the healthy and fruitful exchange of best practices and ideas from respected security, intelligence, and economic experts….
Hon. Mark Cojuangco gave a brief presentation on the current outlook of the Philippine nuclear energy sector. He presented data showing current installed electric capacity and its high generation cost….
Mr. Lucian Pugliaresi’s presentation focused on energy policy and the visualization of complex data to help policymakers obtain a better grasp of vital information. Using animation, he showed the global…
Mr. Carl Delfeld underlined that mercantilism, as opposed to the classical free trade, refers to a closed and government-controlled economy and society. It is a top-down economic strategy designed to…
Hon. Erik Bethel emphasized the need to understand “what we are dealing with” in order to make better decisions. He pointed out the significance of culture, juxtaposing the values of…
Mr. Jules Arceo presented their study from the Ateneo School of Government entitled, “Strengthening Democratic Governance: Countering Malign Foreign Influence and Interference in the Philippines”, the primary objective of which…
Mr. Mark Manantan discussed the Cyber ASEAN initiative, a capacity building initiative aimed at strengthening Southeast Asia’s overall cybersecurity and resiliency posture. Cyber ASEAN embarked on consultations in four pilot…
Hon. Allan Cabanlong emphasized that cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue, but a matter concerning national security, economic stability, and societal resilience. In the face of cybersecurity challenges…
DICT Undersecretary Joseph Dy explained that there are two competing spheres in cybersecurity—consumer protection and the concept of national security. Technology has created efficiency and expanded opportunities but it also…
Hon. Brent Sadler’s discussion focused on Admiral Gary Roughhead’s 2010-2011 initiative to rebalance the U.S. Navy in response to the growing China threat, known as the rebalance to the Asia…
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