Strategic Intelligence
Explore strategic intelligence insights and expert analysis on global events, geopolitical shifts, and emerging risks. Our concise summaries help security professionals, analysts, and decision makers understand complex developments and anticipate future trends.
China/Taiwan
The relationship between China and Taiwan is rooted in a complex history, with Taiwan becoming the refuge of the Nationalist Party after their defeat by the Communists in 1949, establishing the Republic of China (ROC) while the People's Republic of China (PRC) was founded on the mainland. Despite Taiwan's evolution into a prosperous democracy, Beijing continues to view it as a breakaway province, with Xi Jinping's administration asserting the need for eventual reunification, potentially by force.
Israel/Hamas
The Israel-Hamas conflict, rooted in a long history of territorial disputes and national aspirations, flared up again in October 2023, highlighting the deep-seated grievances and cyclical nature of violence. The clash stems from historical conflicts dating back to the early 20th century, compounded by modern geopolitical struggles, with ongoing violence exacerbated by provocative incidents and ideological divides.
Russia/Ukraine
Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 involves a complex history of geopolitical ambitions, ideological motivations, and economic dependencies, dating back to the post-Soviet era and exacerbated by Ukraine's pivot towards Western alliances. This conflict reflects deep-seated historical grievances and strategic calculations, with Russia seeking to reassert its influence and prevent NATO's expansion into its perceived sphere of influence.
What Is Strategic Intelligence?
Strategic intelligence is the analysis of information to support long-term understanding and decision-making. It focuses on identifying trends, patterns, and emerging developments that shape future risk environments rather than reacting to isolated events.
Unlike tactical or operational intelligence, strategic intelligence provides broader context, helping decision-makers assess how evolving conditions may influence security, policy, or organizational outcomes over time.
At Semper Incolumem, strategic intelligence is grounded in disciplined open-source analysis, with an emphasis on verification, relevance, and context. As the complexity of publicly available information grows, understanding the challenges facing modern OSINT helps clarify the limitations and demands of disciplined open-source analysis.
Strategic Intelligence vs. Intel Reports
Semper Incolumem publishes two distinct types of intelligence content, each serving a different purpose.
Strategic Intelligence consists of long-form analysis focused on trends and emerging patterns. These pieces examine broader movements over time and are intended to support long-term understanding. Strategic Intelligence summaries are publicly available on Semper Incolumem.
Intel Reports, available to subscribers, focus on specific or time-sensitive developments such as verified claims, arrests, or calls for action. These reports surface critical information quickly and accurately as events unfold.
Example:
Strategic Intelligence
ISIS Activity in the Sahel Increasing as Northwest African Countries Turn Away from Western Assistance
Intel Report
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Attack That Killed 50 in the Sahel
Subscribers receive access to Intel Reports alongside broader platform capabilities.
Why Strategic Intelligence Matters
Strategic intelligence:
Anticipates Change: Helps leaders identify shifts in markets, politics, or security environments before they unfold.
Supports Better Decisions: Connects complex external signals with organizational objectives to guide long-term strategy.
Mitigates Risk: Improves readiness for threats and uncertainties by highlighting emerging vulnerabilities and trends.
Whether applied in national defense, corporate strategy, or risk analysis, strategic intelligence turns information into foresight.
How We Deliver Strategic Intelligence
Our strategic intelligence summaries are produced through the Semper Incolumem intelligence platform, which:
Monitors global open-source data in near real time
Filters noise to surface events with strategic relevance
Provides concise, objective summaries designed for rapid consumption
Each summary is intended to give readers the context needed to assess potential impact without unnecessary speculation or commentary.
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