Which type of missions are NOT typically undertaken by NSW?

Cultural Diplomacy is not typically undertaken by Navy Special Warfare (NSW) units. These units are primarily designed to execute high-intensity military operations that focus on direct engagement with adversaries, such as counterterrorism, unconventional warfare, and direct action missions.

Counterterrorism involves operations aimed specifically at preventing, responding to, and dismantling terrorist threats. Unconventional warfare refers to the use of irregular forces to undermine or overthrow a regime or opposing force, often through guerrilla tactics and support for local insurgencies. Direct action encompasses short-duration strikes and other low-visibility operations aimed at achieving specific tactical objectives, such as capturing or killing a high-value target.

Cultural diplomacy, on the other hand, involves fostering mutual understanding and cooperation between different cultures and nations. It is more aligned with diplomatic and soft power strategies rather than the aggressive, combat-focused capabilities of NSW, which are centered on immediate military objectives and direct confrontation. Therefore, cultural diplomacy does not fit into the operational scope of NSW missions.