National Security & Strategy Seminar Series
This annual strategic series now plays an important role in providing a dedicated forum for government, business, academia, and the wider Western Australian community to discuss and debate issues of strategic significance for Australia and our region.
The Hon Stephen Smith MP, Minister for Defence
About the Series
Publications
Strategic Spotter Occasional Briefs
Submissions welcome
Launched in 2009, the Strategic Flashlight research seminar and policy workshop series is Perth's premium strategy forum.
Topics include:
- Australian national security and defence;
- Australian foreign policy;
- Area analysis (East Asia, South Asia, West Asia and beyond);
- War and conflict;
- Terrorism and counter-terrorism;
- Maritime security;
- Energy security;
- Environmental security;
- Regionalism.
Proudly supported by
Woodside Energy Ltd.
Chatham House rules may apply.
Who should attend:
This series should be a priority for:
Proudly supported by
Fremantle Ports
- Senior representatives from the military and law enforcement communities
- Senior State & Local government administrators
- Strategic and intelligence analysts
- Risk and security managers
- Emergency services and health professionals
- Corporate and business executives
- Critical infrastructure owners and operators
- Independent consultants
- Academics and postgraduate students researching and teaching in the field of national and international security
Enquiries and Expressions of Interest
Proudly supported by
Seraphim Risk Management
Please contact seminar series Director,
Dr Alexey D. Muraviev
Phone: + 61 8 9266 2234
Fax: + 61 8 9266 3166
Email: A.Muraviev@curtin.edu.au
Upcoming Seminars
Proudly supported by
MSS security
The Future for Australia's Border Protection Policies
Date: 28 September 2011
Time: 4.00 - 6.00pm
Venue: The Auditorium, Woodside Plaza
240 St Georges Terrace, CBD Perth
Proudly supported by
Amlec House
The Arab Spring: Libya, Syria & Implications for Israel's National Security
Date: 30 August 2011
Time: 4.30 - 6.00pm
Venue: Council Chambers Building 100
Curtin University
The Balancing Act? Countering Militant Insurgency & Preserving Human Rights
Date: 22 August 2011
Time: 4.30 - 6.00pm
Venue: Council Chambers Building 100
Curtin University
Upcoming Briefings and Workshops
2011 Strategy Conference
3rd Annual National Security & Strategy Workshop
Date: 11 November 2011
Time: 8.00am - 5.00pm
Venue: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle
View Draft Program here
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Events in 2011
17 May
The 9th Strategic Flashlight seminar China & Australia - a Delicate Balance. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted about 50 participants, including representatives of government departments, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
11 May
The 8th Strategic Flashlight seminar Indian Ocean Maritime Security & Threats near the Horn of Africa. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 40 participants, including representatives of government departments, defence, law enforcement, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
11 May
The 4th Strategic Flashlight closed door security briefing Southeast Asian Enforcement Capacity Building. This briefing was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages for Customs and Border Protection. The event attracted about 12 participants.
10 May
Dr Alexey D Muraviev opening the Forum
Public Forum - Al Qaeda and Global War on Terror: post Bin Laden. This Forum was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted about 70 participants.
13 April
The 7th Strategic Flashlight seminar Cyber Security Challenges. Lessons for Western Australia. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 50 participants, including representatives of government departments, law enforcement, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
13 April
The 3rd Strategic Flashlight closed door security briefing The Potential threat from Internal IEDS. This briefing was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages for the Australian Federal Police and Customs officers. The event attracted about 20 participants.
23 March
The 6th Strategic Flashlight seminar Shooting & Chewing Gum at the Same Time: Why We Should Negotiate with the Local Taliban. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 30 participants, including representatives of government departments, law enforcement, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
Events in 2010
29 October
The 2nd Annual National Security and Strategy Workshop Afghanistan: The Old-New Geopolitical Blackhole. This national workshop was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages, in association with Future Directions International. The event attracted over 80 participants, including representatives of government agencies and departments, private industry, defence and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
8 September
The 5th Strategic Flashlight seminar Maritime Security Challenges in Australia’s Northwest. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 40 participants, including representatives of government departments, defence, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
19 August
Special Briefing: Middle East Overview. This Briefing was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages in collaboration with Australia-Israel and Jewish Affairs Council. The event attracted over 70 participants.
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4 August
The 4th Strategic Flashlight seminar Terrorism & Cross Border Organised Crime in South & Southeast Asia. Implications for Western Australia. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 60 participants, including representatives of government departments, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
4 August
The 2nd Strategic Flashlight closed door security briefing The Problem of Exchanging Criminal Intelligence in South & Southeast Asia. Lessons for Australian Law Enforcement & Intelligence Community. This briefing was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted about 25 participants, including representatives of law enforcement agencies, private industry and security sector.
11 May
The 1st Strategic Flashlight closed door security briefing Maritime Narco & Contraband Smuggling Syndicates in Southeast Asiay. This briefing was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted over 30 participants, including representatives of law enforcement agencies, private industry and security sector.
10 May
The 3rd Strategic Flashlight seminar Challenges for Australian National Security to 2025 . This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted 42 participants, including representatives of government departments, diplomats, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
21 April
The 2nd Strategic Flashlight seminar Developments in Southeast Asian Security. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages. The event attracted 43 participants, including representatives of government departments, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
31 March
The 1st Strategic Flashlight seminar Indian Ocean Maritime Security & Strategy. This seminar was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages, in association with Fremantle Ports and McCourt, Briggs and Partners. The event attracted 45 participants, including representatives of government agencies and departments, private industry and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
Events in 2009
20 November
The 1st Annual National Security and Strategy Workshop Major Maritime Security Challenges in the Indian Ocean. This international workshop was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages, in association with McCourt, Briggs and Partners. The event attracted over 60 participants, including representatives of government agencies and departments, private industry, defence and security sector, non-governmental organisations, academia and students.
Prof David Wood, Deputy Vice Chancellor International, launches Graduate Studies in National Security program
Participants feedback
“...I found it very valuable and informative. One of the most important benefits of this workshop (apart from the learning aspect of it) is the exposure to other industry players- it gave us a better understanding of their role and how we can work together to achieve common goals.” Snezana Bodegrajac, Australian Customs and Border Protection Service
“It was a rewarding experience.” Brett Reed, Sales Manager - Defence, AUSTAL
6 November
Mr Tomer Benito presenting at Curtin University
Guest Counter-Terrorism workshop The Art of Deterrence by Mr Tomer Benito (USA). The workshop was organised by the International Relations and National Security program, School of Social Sciences and Asian Languages, and the Department of Computing. Over 50 members of Perth-based government agencies, business, academia and students attended the event.
6 November
Mr Tomer Benito presenting at Curtin University
14 August
Guest seminar by Prof David Menashri, University of Tel Aviv, on contemporary developments in Iran. The seminar was organised jointly by the International Relations program, the Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council and McCourt Briggs and Partners.
9 July
Guest seminar by Dr Ron Huisken, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, the Australian National University, Sino-American Nuclear Relations from 1950 and into the 21st Century. The seminar was organised jointly by the International Relations program and Future Directions International.
