A plea for a unified and compatible national security terminology
A plea for a unified and compatible national security terminology
Author(s): Adrian GHENADE, Leon-Andrei TOADER, Șerban-Dan Predescu, Elena ONU (TUDOR)Subject(s): Security and defense, Military policy, Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: Carol I National Defence University Publishing House
Keywords: security; defense; safety; terminology; strategy; law; information; intelligence;
Summary/Abstract: Security terminology is a contentious and unclear topic in Romania. By analyzing the public speeches of politicians or national strategy texts, we often notice the presence of confusion regarding the correct use of the terms: security, defence, and safety. This confusion gives rise to both theoretical and practical problems, manifested in misunderstandings at the institutional level regarding their respective roles, society’s misconceptions about the functions of certain organizations, and the failure to harness the collaborative potential between society and the military sector. The appropriate solution to address these issues is the cultivation of a security culture that fosters a grasp of fundamental concepts in this field. To achieve this objective, it is considered essential to have adequate knowledge and usage of the main concepts related to security terminology. This will bring order and enhance understanding of the processes involved in achieving security, defence, and safety.
Journal: Bulletin of "Carol I" National Defence University (EN)
- Issue Year: 12/2023
- Issue No: 03
- Page Range: 172-184
- Page Count: 13
- Language: English