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Death in Dubai: investigative journalism in a complex world
Tuesday 29 September 2026
National Liberal Club
1830-2000
It takes a network to catch a network
Investigating complex stories and reaching behind the narrative to find the motivations, people and interests.
An exclusive briefing with the founders of Thread Studios. Find out more and discover the upcoming projects.
No further registrations available to attend.
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AI: the morality, mechanics and motivation in the war space
Tuesday 20 October 2026
National Liberal Club
1730-2000
Join our two panellists to debate the issues and get answers.
Free and fascinating understanding with clarity over the choices being forced onto war fighters, defence leaders and military theorists.
To secure your seat contact Noel Hadjimichael Chair of the DSC via chair@defencesecuritycircle.org
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Trafalgar Night - our big bold formal evening
Wednesday 21 October 2026
National Liberal Club
From 19:00 Black Tie and Decorations
Our annual commemoration of the eternal victory By Nelson and the Royal Navy.
Fine food, sea shanties, great conversation.
Special Guest is Professor Kevin Rowlands - former RN Captain and current Editor of the RUSI Journal.
Twenty years service and twenty years of academic endeavour. He will be bring us up to date with the maritime theatre of operations.
Tickets via nlc website - £99 non members, £93 members
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Mission
At the Defence & Strategy Circle, our mission is to shape strategic thinking and policy at the nexus of defence and national security. We connect insight with influence — translating rigorous analysis into actionable solutions for an increasingly contested world.
Defence
We explore the evolving character of warfare — from force posture and capability development to emerging technologies and deterrence strategy — to ensure nations remain ready, resilient, and responsibly armed.
Security
We engage with the grand challenges facing open societies, from geopolitical competition and grey-zone threats to homeland resilience and strategic statecraft, ultimately supporting the stakeholders that protect and uphold them.
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