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National Security

National security refers to the requirement of a state to maintain its survival, sovereignty, and territorial integrity through the integration of military, economic, diplomatic, and internal security capabilities.

Why it matters

  • Ensures the protection of state institutions and citizens against both external aggression and internal subversion.
  • Provides the stable environment necessary for sustainable economic growth and social development.
  • Facilitates the assertion of strategic autonomy in international relations and global governance forums.

How it is asked

Focus on the shift from traditional military-centric security to a multidimensional approach encompassing cyber security, energy security, and food security, as well as the institutional mechanisms for national security decision-making.