As a result of the process of increasing integration, the world is experiencing an increasing globalization of threats to security and the maintenance of peace. These problems, which initially might have been local, have diffused rapidly to achieve a global dimension with the involvement of numerous international actors.

This third program is devoted to the identification of transnational threats and their analysis in terms of the generation and diffusion of conflict , as well as perceptions of increased insecurity and their consequences. It is of great potential significance for generating solid growth in the definition of policies and measurement concerning the provision of global security .

Thematic fields of research

• New security policies 
• The global dimension of new regional and locals conflicts
• Human security
• Defence policies and international cooperation
• Armed forces and regional integration