State Security
/ˈsteɪt sɪˈkjʊərəti/
Definitions
- (n.) Measures taken by a government to protect its sovereignty, institutions, and citizens from threats such as espionage, terrorism, or subversion.
The agency is responsible for state security against both internal and external threats.
- (n.) The condition of being secure from threats to the state's governance or territorial integrity.
The law aims to maintain state security by preventing activities that endanger national stability.
Forms
- state security
- state securities
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Commentary
Often used interchangeably with national security, 'state security' emphasizes the legal and institutional frameworks protecting the state. Drafting laws on state security requires balancing security needs with civil liberties.
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