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=== Political === | === Political === | ||
* | * '''CountryX's Political Influence in CountryA''': | ||
* Identify political alliances or alignments between CountryX and key political figures or parties in CountryA. | * Identify political alliances or alignments between CountryX and key political figures or parties in CountryA. | ||
* Assess how CountryX leverages political influence within CountryA through lobbying, advocacy, or covert operations. | * Assess how CountryX leverages political influence within CountryA through lobbying, advocacy, or covert operations. | ||
* Example: <code>"alliances established by CountryX in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"alliances established by CountryX in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Political Resistance to CountryX''': | ||
* Identify political resistance or nationalistic groups in CountryA that oppose CountryX’s interference. | * Identify political resistance or nationalistic groups in CountryA that oppose CountryX’s interference. | ||
* Evaluate the impact of international sanctions or diplomatic efforts that limit CountryX’s actions. | * Evaluate the impact of international sanctions or diplomatic efforts that limit CountryX’s actions. | ||
* Example: <code>"opposition to CountryX's foreign policy in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"opposition to CountryX's foreign policy in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1's Diplomatic Efforts in CountryA''': | ||
* Review Country1’s diplomatic engagements, such as bilateral treaties or governance support programs, aimed at strengthening its position in CountryA. | * Review Country1’s diplomatic engagements, such as bilateral treaties or governance support programs, aimed at strengthening its position in CountryA. | ||
* Example: <code>"Country1 diplomatic efforts in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"Country1 diplomatic efforts in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Challenges to Country1's Political Strategy''': | ||
* Analyze how anti-Country1 sentiment in CountryA or regional alliances may hinder Country1’s influence. | * Analyze how anti-Country1 sentiment in CountryA or regional alliances may hinder Country1’s influence. | ||
* Example: <code>"public opinion of Country1 in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"public opinion of Country1 in CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Military === | === Military === | ||
* | * '''CountryX's Military Relationships in CountryA''': | ||
* Assess military cooperation between CountryX and CountryA, including joint training exercises or military aid. | * Assess military cooperation between CountryX and CountryA, including joint training exercises or military aid. | ||
* Evaluate the presence of military advisors from CountryX in CountryA or recent arms sales. | * Evaluate the presence of military advisors from CountryX in CountryA or recent arms sales. | ||
* Example: <code>"military cooperation between CountryX and CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"military cooperation between CountryX and CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1's Military Posture in CountryA''': | ||
* Review Country1's defense cooperation agreements with CountryA, including any joint exercises or military assistance programs. | * Review Country1's defense cooperation agreements with CountryA, including any joint exercises or military assistance programs. | ||
* Example: <code>"strategic defense agreements between Country1 and CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"strategic defense agreements between Country1 and CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Economic === | === Economic === | ||
* | * '''CountryX's Economic Influence in CountryA''': | ||
* Identify trade agreements or economic dependencies between CountryA and CountryX that give CountryX leverage. | * Identify trade agreements or economic dependencies between CountryA and CountryX that give CountryX leverage. | ||
* Example: <code>"economic influence of CountryX in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"economic influence of CountryX in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1's Economic Strategy in CountryA''': | ||
* Review Country1's investments in infrastructure, development aid, and trade policies that strengthen economic ties with CountryA. | * Review Country1's investments in infrastructure, development aid, and trade policies that strengthen economic ties with CountryA. | ||
* Example: <code>"foreign investment from Country1 in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"foreign investment from Country1 in CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Social === | === Social === | ||
* | * '''CountryX’s Social Influence in CountryA''': | ||
* Assess social programs, cultural exchanges, or educational initiatives sponsored by CountryX to build influence in CountryA. | * Assess social programs, cultural exchanges, or educational initiatives sponsored by CountryX to build influence in CountryA. | ||
* Example: <code>"cultural diplomacy by CountryX in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"cultural diplomacy by CountryX in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1’s Social Initiatives in CountryA''': | ||
* Review Country1's support for education, healthcare, and welfare initiatives that align with its strategic objectives in CountryA. | * Review Country1's support for education, healthcare, and welfare initiatives that align with its strategic objectives in CountryA. | ||
* Example: <code>"Country1's social development initiatives in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"Country1's social development initiatives in CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Informational === | === Informational === | ||
* | * '''CountryX’s Information Operations in CountryA''': | ||
* Analyze CountryX’s strategic narratives and propaganda efforts aimed at destabilizing CountryA or swaying public opinion. | * Analyze CountryX’s strategic narratives and propaganda efforts aimed at destabilizing CountryA or swaying public opinion. | ||
* Example: <code>"CountryX misinformation campaigns in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"CountryX misinformation campaigns in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1’s Counter-Information Efforts''': | ||
* Evaluate the effectiveness of Country1’s media campaigns designed to counter CountryX’s disinformation. | * Evaluate the effectiveness of Country1’s media campaigns designed to counter CountryX’s disinformation. | ||
* Example: <code>"Country1 counter-propaganda efforts in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"Country1 counter-propaganda efforts in CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Infrastructure === | === Infrastructure === | ||
* | * '''CountryX’s Involvement in CountryA's Infrastructure''': | ||
* Review key infrastructure projects in sectors like energy or telecommunications that are backed by CountryX. | * Review key infrastructure projects in sectors like energy or telecommunications that are backed by CountryX. | ||
* Example: <code>"CountryX infrastructure investments in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"CountryX infrastructure investments in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Country1’s Role in CountryA's Infrastructure Development''': | ||
* Analyze how Country1 contributes to infrastructure improvements that promote economic stability and enhance its influence in CountryA. | * Analyze how Country1 contributes to infrastructure improvements that promote economic stability and enhance its influence in CountryA. | ||
* Example: <code>"Country1's infrastructure projects in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"Country1's infrastructure projects in CountryA"</code> | ||
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=== Physical Terrain === | === Physical Terrain === | ||
* | * '''Strategic Terrain in CountryA''': | ||
* Identify key terrain features such as chokepoints or resource-rich areas that are critical to CountryX’s or Country1’s strategic interests. | * Identify key terrain features such as chokepoints or resource-rich areas that are critical to CountryX’s or Country1’s strategic interests. | ||
* Example: <code>"strategic terrain feature of CountryA impacting CountryX or Country1 operations"</code> | * Example: <code>"strategic terrain feature of CountryA impacting CountryX or Country1 operations"</code> | ||
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=== Time/Weather/Holidays === | === Time/Weather/Holidays === | ||
* | * '''Weather Impact on Operations''': | ||
* Assess how seasonal weather patterns in CountryA (e.g., rainy or dry seasons) affect military or logistical operations for both CountryX and Country1. | * Assess how seasonal weather patterns in CountryA (e.g., rainy or dry seasons) affect military or logistical operations for both CountryX and Country1. | ||
* Example: <code>"weather impact on operations in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"weather impact on operations in CountryA"</code> | ||
* | * '''Exploiting National Holidays for Strategic Advantage''': | ||
* Analyze how CountryX or Country1 might exploit national holidays or cultural events in CountryA to bolster or disrupt public sentiment. | * Analyze how CountryX or Country1 might exploit national holidays or cultural events in CountryA to bolster or disrupt public sentiment. | ||
* Example: <code>"strategic timing of operations around national holidays in CountryA"</code> | * Example: <code>"strategic timing of operations around national holidays in CountryA"</code> | ||
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== Best Practices for PMESII-PT == | == Best Practices for PMESII-PT == | ||
* | * '''Iterative Process''': Continuously update the PMESII-PT analysis as new intelligence and operational changes emerge. | ||
* | * '''Collaborative Efforts''': Involve subject matter experts from diplomatic, military, economic, and informational sectors to provide a holistic view. | ||
* | * '''Integration with COG Analysis''': Ensure that PMESII-PT analysis is integrated with COG analysis to identify how vulnerabilities in one domain could impact the overall mission. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||