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The Strategic Direction-South HUB (NSD-S HUB) was designed to be a focal point for increasing mutual understanding of the regional dynamics of North Africa, the Middle East, the Sahel, Sub-Sahara and adjacent areas.

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Russian Chinese and Other Disinformation and Misinformation Efforts in the Sahel 06 November 2024 at 11:29 | Africa | Technology & Innovation

Russian Chinese and Other Disinformation and Misinformation Efforts in the Sahel

Information disorder in the Sahel is threatening the social fabric of multi-ethnic societies. The current phase is particularly challenging, given the scope of the manipulation.

Sahelian Local Perspectives on Western Models of Security Collaboration 14 January 2025 | Transnational | Security & Conflict

Sahelian Local Perspectives on Western Models of Security Collaboration

Western security models have recently come under scrutiny from Sahel countries.

Transnational

THE SOUTHERN TALKS #11: How ISIS Fights - Then and Now

13 March 2025 at 10:41
DAESH Terrorism

On ISIS tactics, techniques and procedures, and the convergence of tactics used by state and non-state actors.


Africa, Middle East

THE SOUTHERN TALKS #9 - Terrorist Financing, Cultural Looting and The Role of Social Media

12 July 2024
Counter terrorism Africa Middle East

Dr. Amr Al Azm discusses how the looting and selling of antiquities during conflicts can finance terrorist groups.


Africa, Middle East

Food Security Challenges in Africa and the Middle East

13 July 2023 at 14:40
Economy Natural resources Climate change

Food Security as a key socio-economic condition for security, political stability and sustainable development



  Weekly READINGS


Reading of the Week: Artificial Intelligence, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament: A Compendium on the State of the Art

[ © Cluster for Natural and Technical Science Arms Control Research ]

 Defence organizations are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for achieving tactical and strategic advantages over their adversaries. The growing sophistication of AI technologies h…

Shifting alliances in West Africa: Measuring Russian engagement to support counter-FIMI strategies

[ © European Union Institute for Security Studies ]

 This Brief seeks to address the lack of systematic, comparable data on Russia’s engagement in West Africa. Such data is crucial for assessing the threat posed by Russian-sponsored FIMI, which often …

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What we do


The NSD-S HUB supports NATO in enhancing understanding of the regional dynamics in Africa and the Middle East. This is achieved through horizon scanning, and researching challenges and opportunities which influence security and stability. In addition, the NSD-S HUB assists NATO in harmonizing their activities in the region.

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