Commentary
Short and long reads covering international defence policy, technology and procurement.
Sovereignty, Survivability and Presence in the Arctic Region
April 21 by Joanne SwannWhy is the Arctic a growing defence priority? Discover how nations are strengthening sovereignty, survivability, and presence in a contested region.
UAV Operator Training: Pilot, Technician or Warfighter?
April 17 by Joanne SwannA dive into the training process of UAV operators, particularly operators of Class II, Class III, and higher UAV systems as categorized under NATO standards.
Rethinking Indirect Fires for a Contested Battlespace
April 17 by Defence IQ NewsChristelle shares her perspective on the evolving role of indirect fires and the technologies likely to reshape artillery over the coming decade.
Stephan Sjöberg on Swedens Artillery Transformation
April 17 by Defence IQ NewsSjöberg on the growing importance of multi-domain operations, and the role of innovation, cooperation, and resilience in future fires capabilities.
NFTE: Delivering Multinational Flight Training
April 17 by Joanne SwannJas Hawker discusses how NFTE is reshaping multinational flight training and strengthening interoperability across the Alliance.
The Law of the Sea: Are Existing Frameworks Fit for Purpose?
March 27 by Joanne SwannAhead of Defence iQ’s Seabed Security Conference, Professor James Kraska shares his perspective on the adequacy of current international legal frameworks.
Warfighting at Machine Speed: Insights from Colonel Arnel David
March 27 by Joanne SwannColonel Arnel David discusses how evolving threats, AI-enabled capabilities, and a new culture of prototyping are reshaping the future of armoured warfare.
Why Modern Military Power Depends on Space
March 20 by Joanne SwannStrategic competition is intensifying globally, therefore amplifying the importance of space-based systems to sustaining operational advantage.
Review the Platforms Driving Land Capability at IAV 2026
March 18 by Joanne SwannDiscover the type of tech showcased at IAV 2026 via the following infographic: “What Will Drive the Future of Land Warfare? IAV 2026 Vehicle Exhibit Preview."
Seabed Security: An Interview with Julien de Saint-Quentin
March 16 by Joanne SwannInterview with Julien de Saint-Quentin about the evolving threat landscape and the capabilities needed to secure critical undersea infrastructure.
MGen Scott Malcolm on Deployed Medical Readiness
February 24 by Joanne SwannJoanne Swann sits down with MGen Scott Malcolm to discuss the realities of medical support in today's evolving threat environment.
Redefining Readiness for Modern Military Flight Training
February 20 by Joanne SwannIn this interview, Brigadier Chris Amrhein outlines how the United States Air Force is reshaping pilot training to meet modern demands.
