Maj. Gen. (ret.) RNLMC Kees Homan (MA/ LL M) is former director of the Netherlands Defence College. His research at Clingendael Institute focuses on international Security Issues and a wide range of strategic and military studies. At present, General Homan’s research projects include Afghanistan, NATO’s new strategic concept and the effect of climate change on security. General Homan is a regular commentator for Dutch and foreign public news services.