General Studies III · Subtopic
Channels of influence and support
Official syllabus
Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
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What this covers
External influence can travel through people, money, communications, supplies or narratives. Each channel leaves different evidence and has different lawful responses. An online message, financial transfer and material support should not be treated as the same act.
Key ideas
- People and travel
- Financial flows
- Communication and narratives
- Material supply
- Digital infrastructure