Full Description
This book argues that the intersection between intelligence, diplomacy, and national security is essential for the success of African statecraft.
The book demonstrates that African states can enhance national and regional security in a complex global security environment by prudently harnessing intelligence insights and diplomatic relationships. Under certain conditions of national security, intelligence and diplomacy can be leveraged for socio-economic development. However, the book also shows that challenges such as resource constraints, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and political sensitivities can hinder seamless intelligence integration and diplomatic coordination, thereby undermining national security.
This book will be an important read for scholars, researchers and practitioners of African security studies, international relations, and political sciences, development, as well as for policymakers and decision-makers.
Contents
Introduction: Statecraft and Instruments of Advancing National Interest 1. The Nature, Purpose and Dynamics of Intelligence in Public and International Affairs 2. The Nexus of Intelligence and Diplomacy: How States Navigate the Strategic Environment 3. Securing Critical Infrastructure and Managing Security Risk for Public and International Affairs 4. From War in the Shadows to Obscurity Warfare: The Use and Abuse of Intelligence Operations 5. Leveraging Intelligence and Diplomacy in Africa's Development Trajectory: Towards Africa Rising Conclusions: The Principles of Intelligence and Diplomacy as Tools for Navigating a Future of National Insecurity
