Operational Context The Bay of Bengal remains one of the most cyclone-prone basins globally, with storms such as Phailin (2013), Fani (2019), and Hudhud (2014)
Operational Context Kuala Lumpur periodically witnesses politically charged rallies near the US Embassy and central civic spaces such as Dataran Merdeka and KLCC. These demonstrations—often
Operational Context Rome frequently hosts large-scale political and labor demonstrations organized by Italy’s major unions such as CGIL. These actions typically center around Piazza della
Operational Context Portugal has a recurring pattern of peaceful public-sector strikes driven by wage and labor demands. Such actions usually span one day, featuring administrative
Operational Context Morocco’s healthcare sector has a pattern of profession-specific protests centered in Rabat’s government district. These are typically one-day, highly organized sit-ins focused on
A World of Expanding External Risks In an increasingly complex global environment, the nature of external threats is evolving faster than ever. Political instability, cyber
Operational Context Short-term infrastructure closures for pipe or bridge work in Virginia counties (Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico) typically last 2–5 days. Projects are generally well-communicated, minimizing
Operational Context Riyadh routinely manages high-footfall events (e.g., Riyadh Season, major forums) with layered traffic plans, pop-up perimeters, and surge public-transport/parking operations. Congestion effects concentrate
Operational Context South Korea routinely layers ringed security, traffic controls, and restricted zones around major summits. In Busan, coastal corridors, bridges, and tunnel approaches concentrate
Operational Context Elections in North Macedonia are typically orderly but politically chargedanchored on EU accession, governance, and minority-rights debates. Disruption, when it occurs, concentrates around
