Assessing Legitimate Aims in National Security
My Session Status
What:
Panel
When:
9:30 AM, jueves 13 jun 2024
(1 hour)
Breaks:
Coffee Break at Caffè Rosso (Track I) 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (30 minutos)
Coffee Break at Venice Eat (Track II, III) 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (30 minutos)
Coffee Break at Al Cafetier (Track IV, V) 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (30 minutos)
Coffee Break at Venice Eat (Track II, III) 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (30 minutos)
Coffee Break at Al Cafetier (Track IV, V) 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (30 minutos)
Where:
Ca' Foscari University of Venice
- Aula Mario Baratto
Theme:
Accountability, Trust and PET
Introduction
Governments around the world are dealing with evolving threats and challenges, which makes it crucial to critically assess the legitimacy of security measures and their impact on civil liberties. This session offers insights into the principles, practices, and ethical considerations of the assessment of legitimate aims and proportionality in national security, exploring the delicate balance between protecting the public interest and upholding fundamental human rights.
Key questions and objectives
- What criteria are used to evaluate the legitimacy of aims pursued in the name of national security?
- What are the safeguards in place?
- How are proportionality and democratic oversight ensured?
- How do emerging technologies impact the assessment of legitimate aims in national security?
