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Hear two key commanders present at the operations give their thoughts about the strategic and operational lessons learned from their involvement in the Falklands War.  As an example of the small scale type of amphibious operation Australia may have to conduct in the future, this presentation will provide a unique opportunity for contemporary and future planners to hear about the opportunities and obstacles that were faced by the British commanders at the time. … Amphibious Operations and the Falklands …

For more than 40 years, experienced and reputable K&R/E response consultancies, primarily operating out of the UK, have advised clients on how to negotiate the release of kidnap victims safely, in a timely manner, and for an appropriate ransom sum. Warwick will argue that government agencies, restricted by ill-considered and inflexible government policy, impenetrable layers of hierarchy, multiple decision-makers, crass politics and inexperience, ignorance and fear, are inherently unable to achieve success …

Warwick Stacey was born and brought up in Australia. He joined the British Army, was commissioned into the Parachute Regiment, and later served as a troop commander with 22 SAS. On his return to Australia he served 10 years with the Australian Army Reserve. He has advised on more than 40 kidnap, extortion, piracy and related life-threatening incidents, and has acted as case manager for a further 30 such incidents. … Warwick …

“And some things that should not have been forgotten were lost. History became legend. Legend became myth…” JRR Tolkein The early 2000s saw a marked increase in the expeditionary employment of UK amphibious forces. For the UK, like the fellowship of the ring, ‘some things that should have not been forgotten were lost’. Chief among these was experience of doing expeditionary and amphibious logistics. Supporting expeditionary operations at strategic distance from the home base is challenging and Australia’s …

What are the forces shaping the operating environment since 9/11? In an era of constant competition, can it be argued that the character of war is ever changing? What challenges do those two questions pose for contemporary military forces and other national security providers? Colonel Ian Langford’s presentation offers some thought provoking insights on this complex issue. … Emerging Security Challenges in a Post-9/11 Operating …

The Fourth Industrial Revolution will drive major changes in the character of war. It is creating a family of small, smart, and cheap weapons that will provide even small states with capabilities that until recently were the preserve of major powers. These developments will require major changes in operational concepts, as well as service organisations, training, and equipment. … The Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Changing Character of …

Studies examining mental disorder and terrorist involvement have a convoluted history. Early studies were correctly debunked on methodological grounds, but the existing consensus, that mental disorder never plays a role in terrorism, is likely to be false when we consider the complexity and diversity of the problem. Instead, there are likely to be a range of mental disorders across the arc of terrorist involvement. This work addresses the current discord in the understanding of the potential role of …

Dr Emily Corner  is a Lecturer of Criminology at the ANU, and previously a researcher at UCL, working on projects examining lone and group-based terrorism, radicalisation, mass murderers, and fixated individuals. Her doctoral research focused on examining mental disorders and terrorist behaviour, and won the 2016 Terrorism Research Initiative’s Best Thesis Award. … Emily …

MAJGEN Ryan is a graduate of the ADF School of Languages, a Distinguished Graduate of the USMC Command and Staff College, and of the USMC School of Advanced Warfighting. In 2012, he graduated with distinction from the Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies, earning a Masters in International Public Policy. … Mick …

Moving from Gender Analysis to Risk Analysis of Failing to Consider Gender Source: The RUSI Journal The Australian Defence Force is a world leader in integrating the aims of UNSCR 1325, with it being a critical part of training and operations. Despite some success, we must continue to build on and improve the gender planning considerations within our planning processes. Because in wars fought within and ultimately for the support of civilian populations, the gender dimension is a vital one. The article …