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Corporate Presentation
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2. Independent Think Tank on Security Studies
Non-party, Non-profit Organization
Devoted to the study of peace and security issues in the South Asian region and beyond
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ABOUT BIPSS
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MISSION OF BIPSS
To create a dynamic hub of activity that bridges the gap between academic research and policy
formulation.
To create a new generation of Bangladeshi scholars and analysts who have a nuanced understanding of
the security issues facing the country and the wider region
To undertake extensive research on regional security issues and conduct multi-track regional dialogue.
To sponsor projects that will lead to the development of sophisticated strategies and practical policies for
enhancing international peace and security in the 21st century.
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CORE AREAS OF FOCUS
Traditional Security
Non-Traditional Security
Transnational Security
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THRUST AREAS FOR 2017
Countering Violent Extremism
Countering Youth Radicalization
Countering Prison Radicalization
Creating Comprehensive Database on terrorism & violent extremism
Cyber Security
Cyber Radicalization
Critical Cyber Infrastructure Security
Information Security
Security Implication of Climate Change
HADR
Maritime Security in the IOR
Strategic Dialogue
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ACTIVITIES
Research and Analysis
Conference, Seminars, Workshops, Lectures, Dialogues, Discussions
Comprehensive Training
Publications
Dissemination through website and social media
Multi-Track Dialogues
Media Engagement
Briefing the policy communities/diplomats in Dhaka and visitors of foreign nationals
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TRAINING AND CAPACITY BUILDING – A SNAPSHOT
Counter Terrorism Capacity Building (CTCB).
Multiyear Programme for Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Capacity Building
International Workshop on Countering The Financing of Terrorism (CFT).
BIPSS -ICRC International Humanitarian Law Workshop.
Capacity Building training for Media.
Police training Programme.
E-governance Capacity Building.
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SPECIALISED CENTRES AND UNITS
To advocate policy reforms to effectively combat the threats
of terrorism and radicalization.
To work as depository for research papers, literature and information related
to extremism/radicalization/terrorism.
To foster partnerships with regional and international research organizations and think tanks.
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BANGLADESH CENTRE FOR CHINA STUDIES
(BCCS)
To understand and study Chinese Foreign Policy
To analyse Chinese security and also study Chinese economic
advancement
To advocate greater economic and development cooperation
between Bangladesh and China as well as China and the
greater South Asian region.
To partner with Think Tanks and universities in China as well as
other institutes elsewhere focusing on China.
12. PRESIDENT BIPSS ASSUMED THE CHAIR OF GLOBAL MILITARY
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON CLIMATE CHANGE (GMACCC)
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GMACCC is a global organization comprising of serving and retired flag officers from over 30 different
countries representing all continents.
GMACCC works extensively with all IO’s, governments, UN and the private sector on the security
implications of Climate Change in general and the role of Armed Forces in particular
General Muniruzzaman has been the Chairman of GMACCC in 2013
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14. A Snapshot of BIPSS’ International Events
A SNAPSHOT OF BIPSS’ INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 15
24. JOURNALS AND PUBLICATIONS
Peace and Security Review: The scholarly quarterly publication of the institute
BIPSS Paper: The Monograph series of the institute
Issue Brief: Issue-based monthly publication of BIPSS
BIPSS Focus: Weekly BIPSS cutting-edge publication
BIPSS Monitor: Bi-annual publication to review and analyse peace and security issue in the region
BIPSS E- Bulletin: Bi-monthly E-newsletter poster on the BIPSS Web
Book publication: BIPSS regularly publishes books on major research/project work
BIPSS Dissemination Paper
BIPSS Commentary
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General Muniruzzaman took over as Chairman of GMACCC in 2013
GMACCC is a global organisation comprising of serving and retired flag officers from over 30 different countries representing all continents.
GMACCC works extensively with all IO’s, governments, UN and the private sector on the security implications of Climate Change in general and the role of Armed Forces in particular
GMACCC has been instrumental in giving the call for action to the international community in 2009 during COP 15. It has since been a major global voice and an integral part of the UNSC resolution on Climate Security
In upcoming COP 21 in Paris, GMACCC will be a major voice on Climate Security
