Flow security in the information age

In a hyper-connected world, the ability to influence or control flows is key to new coercive strategies. This HCSS report aims to contribute to a better and more detailed understanding of the notion of flow security and of the policy options for both the Netherlands and Europe to effectively contribute to flow security to protect vital interests and values. 

This report considers three cases – each from a different perspective:

1. 5G Networks and Standards from an economic angle.
2. The continuous development of the F35 fighter plane from a military perspective.
3. Entanglements in the financial system through an institutional lens.

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Authors 

Frank Bekkers (Security Program Director, The Hague Center for Strategic Studies) 

Paul Verhagen (Data Scientist, The Hague Center for Strategic Studies)