Flagship program of @PLuSalliance (@ASU, @KingsCollegeLon & @UNSW). Advancing security & defence research, education, & policy in the spirit of AUKUS. RT ≠ E.
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Kicked off @SecDefencePLuS's Emerging Voices Series this morning. This conference brings together leaders from three global universities — @ASU, @KingsCollegeLon, and @UNSW.
With the rules-based order under pressure, we must be clear: strong alliances and collective security have never been more important.
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Security & Defence PLuS Seed Grants 2026–Stage 1 \
Applications are now open for Stage 1 Seed Grants, supporting early-stage, defence-relevant research across the PLuS Alliance: @ASU, @KingsCollegeLon & UNSW.
➡️ Access the guidelines & application form. securityanddefenceplus.plusa…
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From semiconductor supply chains to election security, great power rivalry to energy resilience, the S&D Seed Grant projects span the full spectrum of today’s most urgent security & defence challenges.
Our 📹 series brings you inside each collaboration.
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11 Dec 2025
How do small & middle powers navigate an increasingly uncertain world shaped by great power rivalry?
With an S&D seed grant, academics from @KingsCollegeLon, @ASU & UNSW are exploring how states can mitigate risks & avoid being drawn into confrontation. youtu.be/EKLwMy27rbc
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
6 Dec 2025
Good morning Twitter. And happy Saturday!
There’s been inevitable buzz over the last 24hrs for the new US NSS. This thread is NOT about that.
Rather, it is about why and how - in the fragmented world of the new US NSS- what others do matters. A 🧵:
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
19 Nov 2025
King’s experts took part in two major @SecDefencePLuS events in Washington, DC, joining senior policymakers and military leaders to examine the most pressing global security challenges.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/48eQAde
📺 Watch the recording: bit.ly/47RgUZz
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
10 Nov 2025
Join @freeman_air for an insightful discussion exploring current deterrence & escalation dynamics and how this relates to new domains.
Speakers include: Prof Sir Lawrence Freedman, Prof Christopher Kinsey and Prof Wyn Bowen
📅20 Nov | 🕰️18:00
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3 Nov 2025
Amid discussions on technology, alliances, and global threats, a clear thread ran through the 2025 Future Security Forum: the enduring importance of human thought and character.
See our highlights from the Forum, hosted by @NewAmerica, @ASU and S&D .
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15 Oct 2025
We’re one week away from the Future Security Forum & excited to announce two new speakers: @SenMarkKelly & @AmbRizSaeed, @PakinUSA.
They'll appear alongside an exceptional line-up of global leaders & security experts, see the full list & register now. newamerica.org/conference/fu…
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
8 Oct 2025
We’re teaming up w/ @ASU & @SecDefencePLuS for the 11th annual Future Security Forum, where global experts tackle big questions in defense technology policy. Featured speakers incl. General Stanley McChrystal, Amb. James Roscoe & Beth Sanner. Register: go.newamerica.org/fsf2025-1
ALT Promotional poster for the Future Security Forum on October 22, 2025, in Washington, featuring logos of New America, Arizona State University, and ASU Security & Defense at the top, set against a black background with white and gray geometric lines.
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6 Oct 2025
What does it take to lead in an evolving defence & security landscape?
The MBAX (Security & Defence) is tailored for experienced professionals in the #defence sector seeking a flexible, online program.
World-class business education ➕ specialist courses unsw.edu.au/study/postgradua…
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25 Sep 2025
🗣️New series: S&D Indo-Pacific Insights
What’s next for #AUKUS? In part 1, our Executive Director, Dr Ian Langford, breaks down three fundamental challenges for Australia, the US, & the UK.
Follow our #IndoPacificInsights series & sign up for more: mailchi.mp/0e82a12db7e1/secu…
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22 Sep 2025
“Western Australia is ideally placed to anchor the nation’s most important new industry: data.”
Writing for the @westaustralian, Dr Ian Langford, Executive Director at @SecDefencePLuS, argues that Perth could become Australia’s secure digital gateway. thewest.com.au/opinion/ian-l…
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19 Sep 2025
Prof @alessionaval, Research Lead for S&D , @warstudies, told @BBCNews Verify it would be “naive” to think hostile powers aren’t mapping UK subsea cables, warning they could “create pressure or hold countries like the UK at ransom.”
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10 Sep 2025
On 1st October, @KingsCollegeLon will host the three @PLuSalliance Vice-Chancellors: Prof @michaelcrow (@ASU), Prof Attila Brungs (@UNSW) & Prof Shitij Kapur (King's) for a panel discussion and Q&A at its first ever Festival of Online Education.
Register: kcl.ac.uk/events/kings-festi…
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4 Sep 2025
In the latest @DTRmag, S&D Executive Director Dr Ian Langford argues that Australia’s future joint force “will live or die on systems integration.”
He highlights three near-term programs as critical tests: Air 6500, Land 8113 Phase 2, & Land 156’s SIP.
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
2 Sep 2025
The US's absence from #PacificFutureForum has sparked concern among experts.
Prof @alessionaval called it “remarkable” that the US missed “the opportunity to be on stage alongside #NATO and East Asian allies to discuss the value of ever-closer ties.”
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Security & Defence PLuS retweeted
12 Aug 2025
How will the collision between Chinese vessels near #ScarboroughShoal affect tensions with the Philippines?
“This was highly unprofessional and dangerous,” says Prof @alessionaval, adding the manoeuvre showed “no seamanship-like behaviour to speak of.”
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8 Aug 2025
From the core of a reactor to global #nonproliferation efforts, #nuclear knowledge shapes real-world decisions. We're excited to add two new nuclear-focused, self-paced short courses to our education portfolio, designed & delivered by @ASU CareerCatalyst. securityanddefenceplus.plusa…
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4 Aug 2025
📚 In this new book review, Dr Marigold Black explores the ideas behind 'Let’s Trade, Not Argue: An #Australian Strategy to Secure a Respectful Relationship with #China' by Prof Bob Breen & Dr Ian Langford, Executive Director of Security & Defence PLuS. securityanddefenceplus.plusa…
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