ISLAMABAD: An international conference on the development of national defense was held at Bahria University, focusing on the integration of emerging technologies in defense systems.
According to Radio Pakistan, Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf, who was the chief guest at the event’s concluding session, underscored the importance of developing advanced technologies domestically and fostering strategic partnerships. The conference covered discussions on modern warfare trends, including maintaining the balance of power in the Indian Ocean and the role of advanced defense technologies. Particular attention was given to artificial intelligence, computational sciences, and technologies for countering unmanned aerial systems.
The conference stressed the need for enhanced collaboration among academia, industry, and the military to establish an indigenous maritime defense network, highlighting the importance of local innovation and strategic alliances in strengthening national defense capabilities.