On 16 August 2023, Asia Pacific Security Magazine (APSM) published NESA Center alumna Charani Patabendige's article "Hidden Horrors: Online Child Pornography" on child pornography laws, national security implications, and challenges.

"Child pornography is often viewed as a moral or criminal offence. However, what is lacking is adequate attention to its implications as a national security concern," writes Patabendige.

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About the Author

Charani Patabendige is a Research Assistant and an Acting Research Analyst at the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think tank on National Security established under the Ministry of Defence. The opinion expressed is her own and not necessarily reflective of the institute, the Ministry of Defence, or the NESA Center.

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The Asia Pacific Security Magazine (APSM) maintains a strong focus on regional events and trends and features news, articles and promotes partner events from across the region, including Singapore, Australia, India and more.

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