Aspects of the Evolution of Cooperation Between the Intelligence Services of States

Abstract

This article analyzes some aspects of the evolution of intelligence services, in terms of identifying and analyzing the phenomenon of cooperation between them in order to achieve common objectives. Since ancient times, in addition to the forms and instruments of specific action to the secret services of the states, due to common values, interests and objectives, for a concrete period of time or principle, the intelligence services have cooperated not only on an informal level, but also based on intergovernmental agreements or treaties. The evolution of the phenomenon of cooperation between the intelligence services, some elements specific to the periods of cooperation, the necessity and importance of this kind of collaboration are analyzed in the text of this research.