In the December 2022 edition of the White Paper Series, the Intelligence & Analysis Division examines the ongoing famine in Somalia as a case study to highlight the intermingling of man-made threats with naturally occurring hazards as a potent combination often leading to increasingly severe consequences. The UN estimates 3.2 million Somalis need immediate life-saving assistance. In seeking to understand this crisis, there are multiple threats and hazards that must be addressed. Drought, climate change, and land use are all hazards contributing to the current situation. Additionally, the impacts of political, military, and terrorist groups must be considered.
Submarine Communications Cables (SCCs) and the Associated Threat/Hazard Environment
IntroductionSubmarine Communications Cables (SCCs) are a vital part of global communications infrastructure. SCCs are also known by a variety of...
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