The first session of the International Defense Conference 2025 in Abu Dhabi examined the challenges posed by global disruptions, including geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, cyberattacks, and pandemics.
Publish dateMonday 17 February 2025 - 20:37
According to Amac News, the session, titled “Global Disruptions and Defense Preparedness: Mitigating Threats to Critical Supply Chains,” focused on strengthening the resilience of supply chains critical to defense and national security through government-industry collaboration.
The session also discussed the role of technology innovations from startups in strengthening the resilience of supply chains.
The session emphasized the importance of the conference in strengthening international cooperation and developing defense solutions tailored to global challenges. The session also emphasized the need to confront disruptions posed by geopolitical instability, natural disasters, cyberthreats, and global health crises.
Retired General Hulusi Akar, a member of parliament and chairman of the National Defense Committee of the Turkish Grand National Assembly and former Minister of National Defense, highlighted the increasing vulnerability of global supply chains and stressed the critical role of international cooperation in protecting them.
He noted that artificial intelligence, blockchain and automation technologies can significantly support the protection of supply chains. “Speed, innovation and agility are essential,” he said. “We must harness the adaptability and initiative of private sector companies.”
On the other hand, Farouk Al-Zeir, Head of Logistics Cluster at AD Ports Group, also stressed the importance of rapid response in overcoming challenges. He stressed that Abu Dhabi Port’s advanced digital and security platforms are prepared for any type of crisis and enable services to continue even amid global disruptions.
Manmohan S. Sodehi, Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management at the BISE School of Business, highlighted two emerging threats to global supply chains: disruption and infiltration. He warned that modern geopolitical tactics are evolving, citing cases such as Somali pirates attacking cargo, which could jeopardize supply chains. He also expressed concern about the entry of tech giants such as Google into the defense and supply chain sectors, which could destabilize global security.
Tim Cahill, head of Missiles, Fires and Control at Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest American weapons maker, said that while the United States understands the need to rebuild supply chains, bureaucratic obstacles are slowing progress. “The key solution is international cooperation to build resilient global supply chains through strategic partnerships,” he stressed.
The conference, titled "Defense Reimagined: Innovation, Integration and Resilience," is organized by ADNEC Group, the UAE's state-owned exhibition and conference company, in conjunction with the UAE Ministry of Defense and the Balanced Council, and brings together government officials, defense policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and representatives of multinational companies.
The session also discussed the role of technology innovations from startups in strengthening the resilience of supply chains.
The session emphasized the importance of the conference in strengthening international cooperation and developing defense solutions tailored to global challenges. The session also emphasized the need to confront disruptions posed by geopolitical instability, natural disasters, cyberthreats, and global health crises.
Retired General Hulusi Akar, a member of parliament and chairman of the National Defense Committee of the Turkish Grand National Assembly and former Minister of National Defense, highlighted the increasing vulnerability of global supply chains and stressed the critical role of international cooperation in protecting them.
He noted that artificial intelligence, blockchain and automation technologies can significantly support the protection of supply chains. “Speed, innovation and agility are essential,” he said. “We must harness the adaptability and initiative of private sector companies.”
On the other hand, Farouk Al-Zeir, Head of Logistics Cluster at AD Ports Group, also stressed the importance of rapid response in overcoming challenges. He stressed that Abu Dhabi Port’s advanced digital and security platforms are prepared for any type of crisis and enable services to continue even amid global disruptions.
Manmohan S. Sodehi, Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management at the BISE School of Business, highlighted two emerging threats to global supply chains: disruption and infiltration. He warned that modern geopolitical tactics are evolving, citing cases such as Somali pirates attacking cargo, which could jeopardize supply chains. He also expressed concern about the entry of tech giants such as Google into the defense and supply chain sectors, which could destabilize global security.
Tim Cahill, head of Missiles, Fires and Control at Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest American weapons maker, said that while the United States understands the need to rebuild supply chains, bureaucratic obstacles are slowing progress. “The key solution is international cooperation to build resilient global supply chains through strategic partnerships,” he stressed.
The conference, titled "Defense Reimagined: Innovation, Integration and Resilience," is organized by ADNEC Group, the UAE's state-owned exhibition and conference company, in conjunction with the UAE Ministry of Defense and the Balanced Council, and brings together government officials, defense policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and representatives of multinational companies.
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Source : news agency wam
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