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The article presents information on Singapore Defence & Security Report which includes a 5-year forecast to 2019. Topics discussed include South East Asia security overview, challenges and threats to stability and security and political risk analysis. It also presents Singapore defence market overview and Singapore defence and security swot.

The article presents forecasting for the defense and security sector of Turkey for five years to 2017. It presents a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis for both the sectors. It further presents two tables including one containing Europe Regional Security Ratings and other on Europe State Vulnerability To Terrorism Index.

The article presents an analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of the security, defense and economic status of Iran. One of country's security strengths is the hidden silos and underground nuclear facilities, making it difficult to attack although a nuclear deterrent is not yet built. U.S. setbacks in Iraq and Afghanistan are said to have given Iran an opportunity to force strategic influence in the region. Economic crisis threatens social and political risks.

The article considers the political risks involved in the Eurozone collapse. A collapse of the Eurozone due to an unresolved sovereign debt crisis could lead to a disintegration of the European Union (EU)and bring to power ultranationalist parties in states leaving the zone. Turkey could decisively shift away from the E.U. while security in the Balkan and Mediterranean may be at risk. Implications on E.U.-Russian relations and North Atlantic Treaty Organization's survivability are also cited.

The article presents an overview of Egypt's domestic security. The Muslim Brotherhood's Freedom and Justice Party (FJP) remains the most powerful political forces in Egypt and its political risk remain high after the elections. It predicts that the main source of future conflict will be between parliament and the military, which remains the key institution capable of shaping Egypt's fundamental post Mubarak landscape. Egypt is a close ally of the U.S. and has a peace treaty with Israel.

Tables are presented reflecting Business Monitor International Ltd.'s (BMI) security ratings for Asia Pacific countries and cities including Asia Pacific Regional Security Ratings, Asia Pacific State Vulnerability To Terrorism Index and Asia City Terrorism Index.

The article presents an overview of the defence and security industry in Kuwait for the Fourth Quarter of 2011. It has been noted that political risks in 2011 might stem from uncertainties between the political transition in the Middle East and North Africa Regions (MENA) and the tremors in the eurozone after the fiscal crisis in Greece. Countries like Iran, Libya, and Afghanistan in the Middle East have been noted as global hotspots of conflict and threats to Kuwait.

The article presents an overview of Europe security in a global context including political risk analysis for 2011. Seen as one of the most stable regions in the world, Europe is believed to continue to face security issues like the unity of the European Union (EU), relations with Russia and Turkey, and Islamist terrorism. The article considers the economy of the EU as the biggest in the world, the survival of the eurozone and the EU following the 2010 Greek debt crisis, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) expansion and U.S. relations.

The article discusses the security risk ratings for England as of June 2011 and other European nations according to the Business Monitor International's (BMI) Country Risk service. It cites that taking into consideration bomb attacks in London in 2005 and 2007, England's risk rating stands at 89, its inter-state ranking at 97 and its terrorism rating at 75. While the country need not fear external aggression, internal threats remain high. Risk factors given for other countries include Slovenia, the Czech Republic and France.

The article analyzes the security risk of various cities in terms of inter-state conflict, terrorism and physical safety for expatriate workers. The major issue which holds back the domestic security risk rating of Brazil from increasing is its continuing problems with gun violence. The pervasive crime in Rio de Janeiro is attributed to internal stability and the availability of small arms. Ottawa's terrorism rating is 95.0 percent while in Panama City, terrorism rating is 90.0 percent.

The article reports on the security risk rating of the Philippines based on figures released by Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) in 2011. While the overall rating of the country was fairly moderate, it was reported to be unstable in terms of terrorism and physical safety. The article also offers information on the City Terrorism Rating (CTR) of BMI.

The article presents the Security Risk Rating by Business Monitor International for the South East Asian nations for 2011. The terrorism risk of Singapore is at 87 due to the intelligence capabilities and training of its police force and armed forces. Its inter-state conflict risk rating received a positive 90.0 even if the city-state has strained relationship with Malaysia and Indonesia. In terms of expatriate safety in Singapore, they enjoy a high level of safety and the only direct physical threat they can experience is petty theft.

The article describes the tourism business environment in Egypt, and provides an assessment of the country's security risk. External inter-state threats to Egypt's security are limited, considering that the country has good relations with the majority of its neighboring and regional states. The country, however, still struggles to deal with international and internal Islamist terrorist groups operating within the state.

The article discusses an outlook of the business conditions and security in Turkey. The country has a composite domestic security risk rating of 57 which takes into consideration internal terrorism and criminal gangs. There is a reported need for Europe to integrate defence forces and standardize military equipment.

The article presents a risk assessment of the business environment in Thailand as of 2010. Included is a chart showing the regional security ratings in the Asia-Pacific region. It notes that Thailand has a low terrorism risk due amid an escalation of violence in the south and insurgents conducting several attacks that target infrastructure. It points out the failure of the Thai government to protect communities from intensifying insurgency and the resulting violence. Also included is an overview of the security situation in South East Asia.

The article discusses Business Monitor International's (BMI) security risk ratings. The Security Ratings service of BMI offers a comparative analysis of security risk in several major areas, including inter-state conflict, terrorism and physical safety for expatriate workers. Short-term political and economic ratings are integrated with the terrorism rating to show a state's vulnerability to a persistent terrorism campaign.

The article presents an outlook for the business environment in Croatia. In order to attract foreign investors, the country should convince them that structural reforms have been undertaken in place of the isolationist policies and political instability associated with the previous governments. The country's legal infrastructure is deemed to require strengthening in order for the country to capitalize on its educated and relatively cheap labor. Security risks were discussed, including boundary disputes with Slovenia and domestic crime.

The article presents an assessment of the security risk ratings in France as of the fourth quarter of 2010. The country has a composite security risk rating of 89 and a terrorism rating of 79. It states that the country is not expected to face direct aggression over the forecast period due to its good relationship with all its neighbouring states.

The article presents a country risk analysis for Turkey. It discusses the external security threats and possible inter-state conflict of Turkey with Muslim countries such as Iran. It relates the competence of Turkish security forces in dealing with criminal groups and in protecting expatriates living in the country. It describes the risk to security posed by PKK and international terrorist groups like al-Qaeda.

The article presents a country risk analysis for Egypt. It relates the possible emergence of conflict between Israel and Egypt in line with the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and Egypt's role in maintaining security at the Gaza-Egypt border. Despite efforts of Egyptian security forces, the country is facing threats from international and internal Islamist terrorist groups. It provides an overview of the national security of North Africa and the Middle East.

The article describes the business environment in Brazil as of third quarter of 2010. An overview of the country's legal system, infrastructure, labour force, foreign investment policy, tax regime, and security risk, is presented. Brazil is a frontrunner in Latin America in terms of market openness, and is a major recipient of foreign capital. In order to complement an expanding and diverse economy, the Brazilian legal system is becoming increasingly sophisticated.

This article presents an outlook for the tourism industry in Vietnam in 2010. Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) provides a tourism business environment rating to the country. BMI analyzes security risk across three areas: inter-state conflict, terrorism and physical safety for expatriate workers. The firm also compares market risks, country risks and tourism rating of Vietnam with those of other Asian countries. In addition, BMI indicates a range of external security threats in Southeast Asian countries.

This article analyzes a tourism business environment rating given to Turkey by Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) in 2010. BMI offers an analysis of security risk across three key areas: inter-state conflict, terrorism and physical safety for expatriate workers. The firm compares market risks, country risks and tourism rating of Turkey with those of other Central and Eastern European countries. The firm also assesses a range of external security threats and potential hostility facing the country.

Several charts are presented depicting the security risk analysis of several countries in the Asia Pacific including the regional security ratings, state vulnerability to terrorism index, and the city terrorism index.

The article presents an analysis on the national security of Kuwait for the second quarter of 2010. It details the Security Ratings service by Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) that show comprehensive comparative analysis of security risks in inter-state conflict, terrorism and physical safety for deported workers. It notes that Kuwait is not at risk of becoming a primary party to inter-state conflict but would suffer from a U.S. military strike on Iran.

The article analyzes the security risk in areas of physical safety for expatriate workers, terrorism, and inter-state conflict in the Asia Pacific Region. Due to its support services and security force, police force rigorous training, and broad intelligence scope, Singapore's terrorism risk is rated 87.5. Signing the 2008 Defence Cooperation Agreement with Indonesia reportedly maintained Singapore's interstate conflict risk rating of 86.3. Tables are also presented showing Asia Pacific regional security ratings and vulnerability to terrorism index.

The article presents an assessment of the security risk in Iraq. The country is not expected to suffer from external security threats in the medium term. The capital city of Baghdad will struggle to control issues such as the insurgency. The country has a low terrorism rating since it is experiencing an intense insurgency. The situation on the ground is seen as dangerous for foreign personnel and it is believed that 60-80% of violence is perpetrated by criminal groups.