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CISA (2014) Critical 5: Forging a Common Understanding for Critical Infrastructure. Retrieved from https://www.cisa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/critical-five-shared-narrative-critical-infrastructure-2014-508.pdf
This article underscores the global nature of Homeland Security. The Critical Five nations (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States) collaborated on a shared narrative titled “Forging a Common Understanding for Critical Infrastructure” in March 2014. The objective was to provide a high-level overview of the meaning and importance of critical infrastructure. This project aimed to articulate a common message on the value, purpose, and historical trajectory of critical infrastructure. The narrative defines critical infrastructure as the systems, assets, facilities, and networks that provide essential services necessary for national security, economic security, prosperity, and health and safety.

Department of Homeland Security (2024) DHS Completes Secretary’s Commitment to a Peer-to-Peer Exchange with the Government of Australia as Part of the Australia-United States Joint Council on Combating Online Child Sexual Exploitation. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/04/30/dhs-completes-secretarys-commitment-peer-peer-exchange-government-australia-part
This article summarizes an April 2024, activity in which the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) completed a peer-to-peer exchange with the Government of Australia as part of the Australia-United States Joint Council on Combating Online Child Sexual Exploitation. Chaired by U.S. Department of Homeland Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas and Australian Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus KC MP, this council brings together U.S. and Australian policy, regulatory, and law enforcement agencies to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse. The exchange focused on information sharing and collaboration to address this critical global threat and the international nature of Homeland Security operations. The work plan emphasizes a victim and survivor-centered approach to enhance safety and resilience efforts worldwide.

Department of Homeland Security (2023, Sept 28) Joint Statement from Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, the United States, and the Organization of American States Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism Following the Department of Homeland Security Western Hemisphere Cyber Conference. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/news/2023/09/28/joint-statement-21-countries-and-organization-american-states-following-department.
This article highlighted the September 2023, when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hosted the Western Hemisphere Cyber Conference, bringing together representatives from 21 countries and the Organization of American States (OAS). The conference focused on significant cybersecurity challenges, including critical infrastructure security, aviation and maritime cybersecurity, and combating cyber-enabled crimes and ransomware. As a result, participants agreed to bilateral and multilateral initiatives, such as cybersecurity training, vulnerability scanning, workshops, and enhanced information sharing. The conference emphasized cross-border collaboration to safeguard shared values.

Department of Homeland Security (2022) Fact Sheet: DHS International Cyber Efforts. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/news/2022/04/21/fact-sheet-dhs-international-cybersecurity-efforts
This article highlights that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plays a central role in international cyber diplomatic efforts. Over the past decade, DHS has worked on developing norms of responsible state behavior in cyberspace and deterring malicious cyber activity. Additionally, DHS supports high-level dialogues with foreign nations. Their efforts extend beyond national boundaries to enhance global cybersecurity cooperation.

Department of Homeland Security (2024) International Engagement. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/topics/international-engagement.
This article is important as it highlights that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recognizes that securing the United States extends beyond its borders. International engagement is crucial for cooperation with foreign governments, multilateral organizations, and other partners. DHS collaborates globally on counterterrorism, law enforcement information sharing, aviation security, cybersecurity, and more. Their efforts aim to raise security standards worldwide and enhance physical and economic security.

Department of Homeland Security (2019, Aug 19) Snapshot: S&T, Israel tackle cargo shipping security. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/science-and-technology/news/2019/08/06/snapshot-st-israel-tackle-cargo-shipping-security
This DHS release highlights how DHS is securing the global supply chain, while ensuring its smooth functioning, is essential to U.S. national security. The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and Israel’s Ministry of Public Security (MOPS) teamed up to tackle that issue through the Low Cost Disposable Electronic Seals Pilot.

Department of Homeland Security (2024) International Engagement Strategy. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/ICPO%20International%20Engagement%20Strategy.pdf
The article looks at the International Engagement Strategy of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) outlines goals and objectives for engaging internationally. It involves close cooperation with partners worldwide in areas such as counterterrorism, law enforcement, information sharing, aviation security, customs regulation, border security operations, cybersecurity, and countering violent extremism. The strategy aims to advance global security standards and enhance physical and economic security across the globe.

Department of Homeland Security (Dec 14, 2023) Following DHS Investigation, Treasury Sanctions Human Smuggling and Drug Trafficking Organization Operating on Southwest Border. Retrieved from https://www.dhs.gov/news/2023/12/14/following-dhs-investigation-treasury-sanctions-human-smuggling-and-drug-trafficking
This article underscores the international homeland security focus to disrupt Transnational Crime Organizations (TCO). On December 14, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) took action following an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned the Malas Mañas, a TCO, based in Sonora, Mexico. This organization is involved in human smuggling and narcotics trafficking. Additionally, two individuals in its support network were also sanctioned. Malas Mañas not only endangers the lives of migrants but also traffics deadly drugs, including illicit fentanyl and methamphetamine, posing a threat to the national security of both the United States and Mexico.

Fischer, D. (2007) The Law of International Disaster Response: Overview and Ramifications for Military Actors. International Law Studies - Volume 83. Global Legal Challenges: Command of the Commons, Strategic Communications, and Natural Disasters. Retrieved from https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=&httpsredir=1&article=1175&context=ils
David Fisher’s article titled “The Law of International Disaster Response: Overview and Ramifications for Military Actors” examines legal aspects related to disaster response. It delves into the implications for military forces involved in disaster relief efforts. The article discusses key legal issues, including human rights, international humanitarian law, and international law in the context of disaster response.

Givens, A. D., Busch, N. E., & Bersin, A. D. (2018). Going Global: The International Dimensions of U.S. Homeland Security Policy. Journal of Strategic Security, 11(3), 1–34. https://www.jstor.org/stable/26538515
The article titled “Going Global: The International Dimensions of U.S. Homeland Security Policy” challenges the assumption that homeland security policy-making is solely domestic. It argues that advances in technology and globalization have made U.S. homeland security inherently transnational. The article examines sub-fields such as border security, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, public health, and disaster management to demonstrate this global perspective.

USCG (2024) International Port Security program. Retrieved from https://www.atlanticarea.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Area-Units/Activities-Europe/Maritime-Security/IPS-Program-FAQ/