The character of warfare is continuously and rapidly evolving. This chapter explores military technologies that may come to dominate future battlefields. Will the war against Ukraine become the future benchmark for military technology, or are countries already thinking ahead? By analyzing the two latest military technology strategies of five democracies, with a particular focus on military technologies individually and in the aggregate, the study shows that, in addition to communications and AI, upgraded “legacy” systems like tanks, combat aircraft, and maritime assets remain crucial. However, significant emphasis is also placed on advanced missile technology, AI, and reconnaissance. While the destabilizing potential of autonomous weapons and military AI has been the subject of worldwide debate for some time, the destabilizing effect of conventional missiles has so far received little international attention. This issue calls for intensified discussion, focusing on guidelines, effective defensive measures, and arms control.
Bibliographic record
Korkusuz, A. K., Reinhold, T., Schörnig, N. & Suckau, L. (2025). Technology Preferences of Five Western Style Democracies: An Analysis of Security Policy Technology Strategies. In: Göttsche, M.; Reis, K. & Daase, C. (Eds.). New Realities of AI in Global Security. CNTR Monitor – Technology and Arms Control 2025. PRIF – Peace Research Institute Frankfurt.
Authors
Abdullah Kasim Korkusuz, Dr. Thomas Reinhold, Dr. Niklas Schörnig, Liska Suckau
