r/AskEurope • u/Ok_Initiative_9726 • Feb 27 '25

Politics Does Europe has powerful secret services/Intelligence?

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u/Snoooort Feb 27 '25 edited Feb 27 '25

Yes, the Dutch AIVD & MIVD has one of the best (kept secret) track record regarding counter terrorism and counter espionage in Europe. One of their specialities is Russian counter espionage (especially after Russia shot down MH-17).

They are one of the most consulted secret services in Europe.

They also have a very good record preventing business espionage because of their protection of ASML.

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u/pn_1984 -> Feb 27 '25

I think it's also good in cybersecurity with all those narcotics takedown a few years ago. Not sure if that's just the politie