NEW DELHI: The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), under the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Ministry of Defence, has taken a significant step in advancing strategic thought and policy discourse by unveiling two critical publications.
The launch event was presided over by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff & Chairman CENJOWS, Lt Gen JP Mathew, who introduced the February 2025 issue of Synergy, the organizationโs flagship journal, and a monograph titled โRussia-Ukraine War: Navigating the Ramifications for Europe and Indiaโ.
Focus on Information Warfare in Joint Warfighting
The February 2025 edition of Synergy, a peer-reviewed journal widely recognized for its in-depth analyses and thought-provoking discussions, focuses on โInformation Warfare Impacting Joint Warfightingโ.
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The journal offers a comprehensive perspective on contemporary security dynamics and future-oriented strategies, analyzing critical aspects of modern conflict, including:
- Cyber, Psychological, and Electronic Warfare: Examining how these elements shape military operations and strategic decision-making.
- Technological Disruption: Assessing the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyber tools, and digital deception on future warfare.
- Strategic & National Security Impact: Evaluating Indiaโs challenges in countering adversarial Information Warfare (IW) tactics.
- Operational Convergence: Exploring IW integration within Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems to enhance joint force effectiveness.
This edition aims to equip policymakers, military professionals, and researchers with valuable insights into the evolving nature of warfare in an era of rapid technological advancements.
Implications of the Russia-Ukraine War
The monograph โRussia-Ukraine War: Navigating the Ramifications for Europe and Indiaโ provides an in-depth analysis of the ongoing conflictโs geopolitical, economic, and security implications. Key aspects covered in the study include:
- Geopolitical Realignments: The warโs effect on European stability and shifting global alliances.
- Indo-Russian Relations: Assessing Indiaโs diplomatic and economic engagements with Russia amid global sanctions.
- Energy Security Challenges: Evaluating Europeโs energy crisis and its impact on Indiaโs energy strategy.
- NATOโs Indo-Pacific Expansion: Examining the allianceโs growing presence in the region and its implications for India.
- EU-India Collaboration: Identifying opportunities for strategic and defense partnerships between India and European nations.
- Long-Term Global Security Implications: Analyzing the conflictโs impact on global security structures and Indiaโs role in a multipolar world.
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This monograph serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, security analysts, and academia engaged in strategic studies.
CENJOWS: Strengthening Strategic Discourse
With the release of these two significant publications, CENJOWS reaffirms its commitment to fostering intellectual engagement on contemporary security issues. Both the monograph and the latest edition of Synergy are now available, offering essential insights for defense professionals, researchers, and academic institutions.
As the global security landscape continues to evolve, these publications provide a crucial platform for discussions on emerging challenges and strategic responses, further strengthening Indiaโs defense preparedness and policy-making framework.
