Sandeep Jain writes: To an extent this initial presence has the potential to become a precursor to a more permanent deployment over a period of time. The host countries would therefore be well advised to weigh all options carefully before going into any such agreement.
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PLA MODERNISATION DRIVE: LIKELY OUTCOMES
Sandeep Jain writes: The initiative by Xi Jinping is all about modernisation of PLA with a view to make it a world class fighting force. It also reflects the changing perception about the type of conflicts the PLA is likely to participate in the future.
Laser Weapons on Battlefield: Space next?
Sanjay Kumar writes: Even if laser weapons make it into the theatre of war in the 2020s, they’ll only be used to target incoming projectiles or unmanned vehicles for the foreseeable future, as Geneva Conventions restricts the use of directed energy or blinding laser weapons against human beings.
Reorganisation of PLA
Sandeep Jain writes: There has been a lot of debate about the ongoing PLA modernisation and downsizing which was announced by President Xi Jinping recently. The predominant view is that this is with an aim to increase the party’s hold on PLA.
China Enunciates ‘Active Defence’ in White Paper on Military Strategy
Dr Roshan Khanijo Writes: China’s concept of ‘Active Defense’, as enunciated in the White paper issued by The Chinese Ministry of National Defense on May 26, 2015 boils down to key parameters of: adherence to the unity of strategic defense along with operational and tactical offense; following the principles of defense, self-defense and post-emptive strike.
Threat of Drones with WMDs: Why India Should be as Concerned as the Pentagon
The Pentagon has put out a Request For Information (RFI) for new technologies that could counter commercial drones armed with chemical, biological or highly destructive weapons. It is high time Indian military equip itself not only with the most sophisticated drones but also with technology to shoot down hostile UAVs entering our airspace.
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