Colonel (ret.) Professor George-Marius ȚICAL, Ph.D*
Abstract: Public safety is the cornerstone of societal stability and an essential prerequisite for its development. In the current context, marked by rapid changes and complex threats, protecting communities no longer relies solely on visible measures but on a multidimensional system, often invisible to citizens yet constantly active. This “invisible shield” results from the interplay between science, knowledge, creativity, moral values, and the professionalism of the human resources involved.
This paper explores the structure and functioning of this shield through three fundamental dimensions: technological, human, and strategic. The technological dimension includes modern surveillance tools, predictive data analysis, and the integration of artificial intelligence into decision-making processes. The human dimension emphasizes the importance of continuous training, psychological resilience, and adherence to ethical principles, without which public trust cannot be sustained. The strategic dimension refers to inter-institutional coordination and international partnerships, which are essential for preventing and managing cross-border and hybrid threats.
The analysis incorporates relevant national and international case studies, highlighting how technology, human factors, and strategic planning complement each other to prevent and counteract risks. It presents both the results of implementing predictive analysis systems in urban environments and successful examples of international cooperation in neutralizing major threats.
The paper also identifies current challenges—from the rapid evolution of technologies and the emergence of cyber threats to the negative impact of disinformation on public perception. The conclusions stress the need to maintain a balance between technological progress, human resource development, and the application of coherent strategies to ensure the resilience of the public safety system. The central message is that security is not a guaranteed condition but a collective construction, maintained through constant effort, collaboration, and ongoing adaptation.
Keywords: public safety, public order, national security, hybrid threats, inter-institutional cooperation, predictive analysis.
DOI 10.56082/annalsarscimilit.2025.4.15
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* “Andrei Șaguna” University, Associated Member of the Academy of the Romanian Scientists. Full Member of The Academy of National Security Sciences, email: ticalgeorgem@gmail.com.
PUBLISHED in Annals Academy of Romanian Scientists Series on Military Sciences, Volume 17 no 4, 2025
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