Republican Scientific and Practical Conference on Current Issues in Defense and National Security commences at National Defense University

Republican Scientific and Practical Conference entitled "Current Issues in Defense and National Security", dedicated to Victory Day on November 8, is being held at the National Defense University (NDU) with the participation of representatives from various government institutions, as well as military and civilian educational establishments.

Prior to the conference, participants paid tribute by laying floral tributes at the monument of the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev, and at the memorial complex dedicated to the Martyrs of the Patriotic War.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Rector of the National Defense University, Major General Gunduz Abdulov highlighted the importance of interagency cooperation, coordinated efforts and the exchange of scientific and practical expertise in ensuring defense and national security. He also emphasized contemporary security challenges, cybersecurity, protection of information environment, preparedness to counter hybrid threats, application of advanced technologies in military command and control, and training of highly qualified military personnel.

Panel discussions on "Current Issues in Defense and National Security" were held as part of the conference. Participants exchanged views on the transformation of the operational environment and the future battlespace, the professional military education system, competency-based personnel training, the digital army and modern defense technologies, artificial intelligence solutions, cybersecurity, and prospects for the advancement of military science.

The Republican Scientific and Practical Conference will continue with thematic sessions until 5 November. Throughout the conference, particular emphasis will be placed on discussing current scientific issues in defense and national security, exchanging expertise, and strengthening interagency cooperation.