Is there a sustained change in the balance of power in multilateral institutions? If “yes” what would be the implications for the UK’s existing national security strategy?

Background

Domestic, overseas and online threats are increasingly integrated as adversaries develop capabilities and exploit vulnerabilities across borders and between the cyber and physical worlds. Challenges driving security priorities include the erosion of the rules-based international order, making it harder to build consensus and tackle global threats. We are seeking actionable research to inform our future choices and policy direction in the role of mult-lateral institutions in maintaining the security of the UK

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  • Reignite Multilateralism via Technology (REMIT)

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