Rutte was backed by Manuel Valls, the French prime minister, who said the refugee crisis and security challenges posed existential threats to Europe.
She said she did not want these disputes to interfere with critical challenges like climate change, the global economic crisis and security concerns.
"The government and everyone is cognisant of the new threat, but it is inordinately difficult to deal with," says Mark Whitaker, deputy director for crisis and security management at Control Risks, a security company.
And while the Rio Olympics have focused much attention state of preparation, it is easy to forget about the extraordinary behind-the-scenes efforts around crisis and security planning.
Nearly half (49%) of the population reported having experienced a serious event during the last 12 months, including death, divorce, separation, economic crisis and security status of the country.
Foreign policy crises and national security threats are generally times of state-building, but only if government is seen as being effective.
Thompson is the founder and CEO of Rook Security, an IT security firm providing security strategy, crisis management, and security operations services.
On the business of these clients and others, Giuliani Partners carved out a lucrative niche in corporate consulting, crisis management and security.
Formerly the Global Brand and Reputation Director for the Company, he is now responsible for Tetra Pak's communications, advertising and sponsorships strategies, crisis management and security planning and execution throughout the region.
"I know that there are complex and interlocking crises: economic, social and security," Mr. Hadi said afterward.
