Africa-Press – Ethiopia. The ongoing draft policy on defense research and development should integrate considerations of artificial intelligence (AI), as well as emerging trends in cyber and technological warfare, emphasized Lieutenant General Yimer Mekonen, Head of Education and Training at the National Defense Force.
The Lieutenant General made the remark during a draft national defense research and development policy validation workshop held today aimed at enhancing defense capabilities.
The validation workshop, which is organized by Ethiopian Defense War College, brought together military officers, researchers, among other stakeholders.
Lieutenant General Yimer further said that the draft policy is of paramount importance to enhance Ethiopia’s defense capabilities and ensure that the army is better prepared to address emerging security threats.
The General added that taking emerging military technologies into considerations would lay foundation for building a more technologically advanced national defense force backed by locally military innovations.
On his part, Brigadier General Bulti Tadesse, Commander of the Defense War College, highlighted the necessity of robust defense research and development that aligns with global standards.
He also noted the policy aimed at enhancing the technological capabilities of Ethiopia’s defense sector by fostering collaboration between military institutions and academic entities.
The Brigadier General emphasized that the draft policy would lay the groundwork for a more innovative and effective national defense that addresses emerging security challenges and foster national development.
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