Report on Counter-Terrorism Situation: Problems and Countermeasures in Theoretical Research of Counter-Terrorism
This paper analyzes the problems existing in the theoretical research of counter-terrorism, and puts forward some solutions.
Keywords: anti-terrorism academic research problem solving methods
First, the problems existing in the theoretical research of counter-terrorism
As far as the present situation is concerned, although we have made great achievements in academic research, we must also face up to the problems in progress. At present, the problem in our research field is that the theory is too shallow and broad. There are many reasons for this situation, but the main reason is: lack of creativity, operability and guidance of theory? .
( 1)? Comments? The method is dominant and the theory lacks creativity.
In recent years, our research has been conducted in an atmosphere dominated by annotations to a great extent. In terms of methods, it mainly adopts the method of constantly explaining and expounding other people's viewpoints, resulting in a series of papers lacking theoretical creativity in academic achievements. We should admit that annotation is a very useful method for our research, but it should never be the only or dominant method. Academic research cannot be without annotations, but when research only depends on and stays at the level of annotations, it does not mean that our theoretical research is prosperous and developed. On the contrary, there is a crisis in the development of academic theory, that is, the exhaustion of creativity and the lack of rationality.
(B) The theory stays at the level of policy interpretation, and its operability is not high.
Our task is to crack down on hijacking, terrorism and riots, which determines that our academic research attaches importance to the objective and technical operation problems in the process of cracking down on the party's line, principles and policies. Only when the specific technical theory is objective and correct can we win the battle and complete the tasks entrusted by the party and the state. We must not let our theoretical research on counter-terrorism only stay at the level of policy interpretation, so as to meet the needs of policy interpretation, but always dabble in the theoretical problems of counter-terrorism technology operation.
(3) Irrationalization tends to be heavy, which is not very instructive to practice.
Up to now, there is still a heavy irrational tendency in our research, such as: the researcher's own perceptual experience and emotional expression occupy a considerable proportion in it, and the questions raised are not rationally demonstrated; Ignoring the role of rationality in academic research, the theory lacks the guiding role in practice and is satisfied with the empirical explanation after the problem appears. In fact, rational thinking and deduction should play a leading role in our academic research, and the role of rationality should be manifested in the guidance and guidance of practice. The theory under rational thinking should come from practice, and more importantly, it is higher than practice. Only higher than practice can guide the work. If we always focus on empirical and countermeasure research on the problems existing in reality, when new situations and problems appear, especially when there is no suitable experience for us to learn from, we will be at a loss and our work will not be completed successfully.
(D) The research status has been at a shallow level.
Say it back? Shallow level? The main reasons are as follows: theoretical research only stays at loose points, and there is no theoretical system combining points, lines and surfaces; It has not yet formed its own conceptual framework and way of thinking that can stand the test of theory and practice. The theoretical research on counter-terrorism is mainly reflected in the macro-level anti-terrorism policy research and the micro-level anti-terrorism tactics and tactics research. However, our macro-theory lacks the systematicness, coherence and logical consistency that a rigorous theory should have, and it is scattered, and the applicable time and space are extremely limited. For micro-level problems, there are not many theoretical achievements and often do not pay attention to details, lacking operability; Lack of academic contention. This shows that we lack real academic spirit. It shows that we have no truly conscious, independent, free and equal academic criticism practice.
Second, the solution
(1) Clearly define the scope of theoretical research on counter-terrorism.
Clearly divide the research field of anti-terrorism theory, that is to say, we must now regard anti-terrorism as an independent science, find out its value and significance, and make it not belong to any other related disciplines; Draw a clear line between anti-terrorism theory and related disciplines, and clarify its research objects and methods; Establish a unique concept, viewpoint and research system of anti-terrorism theory, and on the basis of existing research modules (such as tactics, training, psychology, negotiation, etc.). ), carry out more theoretical integration at a higher level, establish and strengthen the research of each sub-module and? The relationship between the higher-level mother concept of counter-terrorism; Complete the integration between sub-modules.
(2) accurately deconstruct the level of anti-terrorism theory and make it fixed.
This is to ensure that the anti-terrorism theory gets the attention it deserves and there is enough room for development from the subject structure. The theoretical research on counter-terrorism should go out of the previous comprehensive development mode and make it develop in a deeper and broader direction. As mentioned above, from a big perspective, anti-terrorism theory should be divided into two levels: macro-level anti-terrorism policy research and micro-level anti-terrorism tactics and methods research. The former includes the basic theory of anti-terrorism, the influence of current policies and events on anti-terrorism actions, legal construction and anti-terrorism and so on. This level mainly focuses on the research and exploration of the essence and value of anti-terrorism theory; The latter includes operational command, tactics, special training, psychological victory, intelligence search and so on.
(3) Pay attention to the mature anti-terrorism theory? Timely? 、? Is it accurate? Effectively guide practice.
The practice of anti-terrorism struggle is completed under the guidance of anti-terrorism theory, but in turn it provides rich nutrition and solid support for the construction of anti-terrorism theory. Although anti-terrorism theory is an abstract theoretical science, it does not mean that it can be completely divorced from anti-terrorism practice and developed in suspension. On the contrary, a mature and developed theory is inseparable from the rich nutrition of practice and needs to be deepened and expanded in the direction of actual combat against terrorism. For us, there are two requirements for theory to guide practice:? Timely? 、? Is it accurate? . First, only when theory guides practice in time can we collect feedback information from practice more quickly, thus enriching and perfecting existing theories in a shorter time than others, shortening the period of theoretical exploration and making our anti-terrorism research ahead of others. Second, the guidance of theory to practice must be? Is it accurate? .
(4) Efforts should be made to improve the quality of anti-terrorism theory researchers and create and cultivate a good academic atmosphere.
This is from the perspective of two-way interaction between individuals and groups of anti-terrorism theory researchers, which provides the main conditions and group environmental protection for the rapid development of anti-terrorism theory. The research position of anti-terrorism theory depends on the quality of researchers in the final analysis. As far as the researchers engaged in anti-terrorism theory are concerned, it is important to constantly improve their self-cultivation; As far as the groups engaged in theoretical research on counter-terrorism are concerned, the most important thing is to form a good academic atmosphere and tradition. It is difficult for us to establish a profound academic tradition in a short time, but we can create and cultivate a good academic atmosphere from now on.
(Author: Political Work Department of Armed Police Special Police College)