Nontraditional Security
Researching next-generation security threats — from cyberspace and the digital economy to climate change — and building comprehensive governance and response capabilities for Vietnam.
Overview
Nontraditional security (NTS) is HSB's flagship research domain, focusing on emerging security challenges beyond conventional military and defense frameworks. The Institute for Nontraditional Security (INS) — VNU's first interdisciplinary public research institution in this field — was established in 2019 and elevated to institute status in 2022, leading scientific research, innovation, and knowledge transfer.
NTS research at HSB spans cybersecurity, digital economic security, environmental security, urban security, maritime security, aviation security, traffic safety management, crime prevention, and disaster mitigation — all supporting Vietnam's sustainable development goals.
Key Research Topics
Cybersecurity
Cyber defense research, protecting national digital infrastructure, and building cybersecurity capacity for government officials and organizations.
Digital Economic Security
Safeguarding the digital economy for socio-economic development, e-commerce, and digital business models amid rapid digital transformation.
Environmental Security
Water, energy, and natural resource security, sustainable transition in heavy industry and mining sectors.
Urban Security Governance
Traffic safety, school security, crime prevention, and disaster risk management in modern urban environments.
Maritime & Aviation Security
Supply chain protection, port and border security, and civil aviation security in the context of international integration.
AI & Fintech
Applying artificial intelligence and financial technology to security risk management and developing digital business models.
Related Programs
International Collaboration
INS is a member of the NTS-ASIA Alliance, comprising 31 research centers across Asia, fostering collaborative research and knowledge exchange on non-traditional security.
Launched January 2025 in partnership with international organizations, targeting ISI/Scopus standards for postgraduate education and academic evaluation.
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