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Intelligence Squared
Archive: Western Intervention and the Rise of Guerrilla Warfare, with David Kilcullen
May 24, 2024
56:03
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Former soldier and counterinsurgency adviser David Kilcullen discusses Western interventions and guerrilla warfare evolution. Topics include Chinese economic penetration, cyber warfare, information manipulation, and involving civilians in military policy.
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- Guerrilla warfare evolves through social learning, natural and artificial selection, and institutional pressure.
- Understanding 'dragons' (state actors) and 'snakes' (non-state actors) reveals diverse combat approaches and adaptations.
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The Evolution of Adversaries
David Kilkollin, an expert in unconventional and guerrilla warfare, delves into the evolving strategies of adversaries like non-state actors and state actors. He discusses how adversaries have learned and adapted under the conditions set after the Cold War, emphasizing themes of adaptation and evolution in response to changing geopolitical landscapes.
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