Prof. Nikolay Slatinski, PhD (b. 1956) is one of Bulgaria's preeminent experts and theorists in the fields of national and international security, crisis management, and strategic planning. With an academic background as a Doctor of Mathematics, he applies a systemic and interdisciplinary approach to his research, establishing himself as an authoritative voice in Bulgarian academia and public discourse. His career distinguishes itself by seamlessly integrating active statesmanship with extensive pedagogical and investigative work.
During the formative years of Bulgaria’s transition to democracy, Prof. Slatinski played a pivotal role as a Member of Parliament in both the Grand National Assembly and the 36th National Assembly. Between 1992 and 1994, he served as Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on National Security, and subsequently held the position of Secretary for National Security to the President of the Republic of Bulgaria (2002–2006). His long-standing academic career is closely associated with the "G. S. Rakovski" National Defence College, Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski," and the University of National and World Economy (UNWE).
The scholarly output of Prof. Nikolay Slatinski within the Iztok-Zapad Publishing House catalog encompasses fundamental research that defines the contemporary dimensions of security:
- "Security – A Theoretical Discourse" – A monumental work examining the evolution of the concept of security in a globalized world;
- "Risk: The New Name of Security" – An analysis of modern threats and insecurity as a systemic characteristic;
- "The Five Levels of Security" – A conceptual model for the hierarchy of security, ranging from the individual to the international order;
- "On Security" – A comprehensive monograph on the architecture of national and international resilience.
Prof. Slatinski is the author of numerous monographs, hundreds of scientific articles, and influential publicistic analyses dedicated to current geopolitical shifts and defense strategies. His writings are characterized by intellectual integrity, critical rigor, and a profound understanding of the dynamic processes shaping the modern state and civil society.
Personal website: https://nslatinski.org
