Author(s): Petre UNGUREANU
Publication name: Romanian Intelligence Studies Review
Publisher name: Mihai Viteazul National Intelligence Academy
Publication type: Journal article
Publication date: June 30, 2015
Pagination:
Issue/ Volume: 13/2015
DOI:
Abstract:
National security is one of the most important objectives of a state that assures
its independence, sovereignty and protection of human and civil rights of its citizens.
This duty is fulfilled by intelligence services in accordance with the legal provisions.
In the current international context threats to national security are diversified.
Terrorism represents one of the greatest threats of the 21st century to national security
for any state. Its forms of manifestation are unpredictable and hard to anticipate. The
question is if Romania’s intelligence services are capable of countering threats to
national security.
The existing conflicts outside Romania’s borders can pose a threat to national
security. The current technological progress along with the use of internet has
determined the authorities to redefine the strategies and techniques used to counter
cybernetic threats. These strategies used must be in accordance with the legal provisions
regarding human rights. The article is focused on analyzing the legal provisions
regarding national security and the infringements of human rights that may occur in
countering national security threats alongside with a comparison of technical
surveillance measures used in criminal proceedings and national security affairs.
Keywords: national security, intelligence activities, human rights, countering
threats to national security, cybernetic security, technical surveillance
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