ROBERT GABRIEL MUGABE SCHOOL OF INTELLIGENCE

(AN AFFLIATE COLLEGE OF BINDURA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION)

FACULTY OF COMMERCE

PART A.

FULL NAME(S) OF STUDENT: STANLEY MUDZAMIRI

STUDENT ID: B232295B

COURSE CODE: IS 108

DEGREE PROGRAMME: BSc HONOURS IN INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY

ASSIGNMENT NO 01

ASSESSMENT TITLE: INTERNATIONAL SECURITY: Can artificial

intelligence replace partial or total theories in international relations, such as solving some
problems such as food security, environmental security, and health security?

PART B

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Can artificial intelligence replace partial or total theories in international relations, such as
solving some problems such as food security, environmental security, and health security?
 Artificial Intelligence has the potential to play a significant role in solving many global
problems, including issues related to international relations, food security and the
environment.

 However, it is important to understand that Artificial Intelligence is a tool, not a general

guide or substitute for human decision-making in complex tasks.

 Artificial Intelligence is everywhere: Artificial Intelligence is entering many fields,

including international relations (IR). Its flexibility makes the process both simple and
complex, requiring a re-evaluation of existing theory.

 Strategy Update: Policymakers and representatives are grappling with Artificial

Intelligence such as algorithms, automation, and machine learning. These features have
redefined our world and complicated the understanding of international relations.

 Data Analytics and Analysis:

 Artificial Intelligence can process large data sets from multiple sources and
analyze complex patterns.

 In international relations, Artificial Intelligence can help analyze situations,

predict conflicts or problems, and measure the impact of different policies on
countries or a region.

 This can help decision makers make more informed choices.

 Policy Improvement:

 Artificial Intelligence algorithms can help improve policies regarding food safety
and environmental safety.

 By analyzing data on agriculture, climate models, and resource management,

intelligence can recommend effective strategies to address food insecurity and
reduce the problem environment.

 Artificial intelligence-based crop monitoring systems, for example Artificial

Intelligence can analyze agricultural data Use satellite imagery and machine
learning algorithms to assess crop health predict crop yields Identify areas at risk
of food insecurity or shortage and develop effective food supply networks.

 Efficient allocation of resources:

  Intelligence-driven models can help allocate resources more efficiently. For
example, in food safety, Artificial Intelligence can help improve food distribution
and aid areas of need, reduce waste, and ensure equity in products.

 Response to Natural Disasters:

 Artificial Intelligence technologies such as machine learning and computer vision

can be used to assess the impact of natural disasters and coordinate relief efforts.

 By analyzing satellite imagery and data from affected areas, Artificial Intelligence
can provide real-time information to support human response.

 The World Food Program (WFP) uses Artificial Intelligence-based tools such as
the Food Security Analysis Service (FSAS) to analyze data on food prices,
economic patterns, print and weather to inform food services and emergency
response.

 Precision farming technologies, such as John Deere's Artificial Intelligence-

powered farming equipment, enable farmers to optimize irrigation, fertilization,
and pest management accordingly, providing instantaneous insight, thereby
improving crop yields and food security.

 Artificial Intelligence-powered tools can help policymakers decide on agricultural

policies and investments to improve food security.

 Environmental Monitoring and Conservation:

 Artificial intelligence can be used to monitor environmental changes and help

protect wildlife. For example, Artificial Intelligence-powered drones can help
protect animals and their habitats by tracking illegal activities such as hunting
and deforestation.

 Artificial Intelligence can analyze satellite imagery to monitor deforestation,

track biodiversity loss, and assess the impact of climate change on ecosystems.

 Artificial Intelligence algorithms can help identify areas at risk of harming the
environment and take important preventive measures.

 Conservation organizations such as Conservation International are using

Artificial Intelligence techniques to analyze satellite imagery and monitor
changes in deforestation rates, illegal logging, and biodiversity hotspots to guide
conservation efforts, conservation, and policy response.

 Climate change models, such as Cervest's Climate Artificial Intelligence, use

Artificial Intelligence technology to simulate the effects of climate on
 ecosystems, predict extreme weather events, and measure society's exposure to
environmental risk.

 The environmental monitoring drones are equipped with smart equipment like
those developed by SkySpecs to detect pollution, monitor water quality, and
measure the health of the area, supporting environmental protection and
sustainability projects.

 Artificial intelligence can also help develop sustainable management strategies by

analyzing data on water use, pollution, and land use patterns.

 Although artificial intelligence provides a better understanding of environmental

safety issues, human intelligence is required for data interpretation and effective
policy making.

 Collaboration between government, scientists, and technologists is vital to realize the full
potential of intelligence to solve environmental security challenges.

Despite its potential benefits, Artificial Intelligence also presents many challenges and
limitations in these areas:

 Ethical issues:

 The use of Artificial Intelligence should be guided by ethical principles to prevent

injustice and ensure that decisions are based on people's interests.

 Lack of human understanding:

 Artificial intelligence may be good at analyzing data, but it cannot replace the
common sense and understanding of human representatives, negotiators, and
policymakers who guide international relations.

 Unforeseen consequences:

 Relying solely on Artificial Intelligence may lead to unintended consequences or

complicate things.

 Quality and availability of data:

 The effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence models depends on the availability of

quality and diverse data, which may be limited to certain regions or regions.

To sum up, Artificial intelligence can support and enhance the efforts of policymakers and
scientists to solve global problems such as food security and environmental security.
However, solving problems in international relations and finding solutions to these difficult
problems cannot replace the general need or wisdom of people. Interdisciplinary approaches that
combine the power of wisdom with human understanding and values can lead to the greatest
results.

Solving serious problems such as poverty, inequality and conflict requires human intervention
and cooperation.

Artificial Intelligence can complement traditional methods of addressing food security, but it
cannot replace the need for comprehensive grassroots strategies.
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