Al Diaz

In recent years it has become clear that technology in all forms will be a basis for diplomatic activities worldwide. This applies to both friendly and adversarial relations. Technology provides the basis for cooperation in all spheres. But it also offers challenges in the form of establishing vulnerabilities that can be exploited by our adversaries. The Krach Institute provides a forum in which Technology in all its dimensions can be considered in a thoughtful and coherent way. The Krach Institute offers leaders the opportunity to dialog and act to shape policy and practices that will assure continued US leadership in realizing a more secure future. Purdue is the ideal location for the Institute. The university clearly has a reputation for excellence in technology. And in recent years it has established itself as a leader in providing information that is vital to the formulation of policy on all fronts including food security to information security.