Three Years on, Europe Looks to Ukraine for the Future of Defense Tech
Europe is finally recognizing its need to strengthen its defense capabilities after three years of observing Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The country has innovated on and off the battlefield, hosting tech conferences like IT Arena despite the challenges caused by the war. Ukraine has emerged as a leader in AI-enabled drone technology and has become a magnet for Western companies and investors eager to support the country and Europe.
- This sudden surge of investment in defense technology highlights the urgent need for European nations to adopt a more collaborative approach to innovation, leveraging the expertise and resources of smaller countries like Ukraine.
- As Europe looks to Ukraine for guidance on defense tech development, what steps can be taken to ensure that this new cooperation model is equitable and inclusive for all participating nations?