How many security leaders can say they’ve fielded calls about risks posed by a balloon? A few months ago, probably almost zero — today, that number is probably much higher.
For an example of how quickly geopolitical risks can emerge, simply look to the sky. Balloons and other unidentified objects raised tensions within an already strained relationship between the U.S. and China. Security leaders can also look underground — In Peru, an unstable political and economic situation spurred protesters to shut down copper mines, affecting up to 30% of Peru’s copper output.