The Philippines is an increasingly important actor The Philippines is gaining in geopolitical significance as rivalry between China and the US intensifies in the South China Sea. Sweden’s government has also begun to take a greater interest in the Southeast Asian island nation.
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Europe’s defence industry at a crossroads Europe’s defence industry is highly advanced, but it consists largely of relatively small companies shaped by national preferences. Whether rising global defence spending will result in greater integration between these companies remains to be seen.
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The future of autonomous drone swarms: A growing threat to civilians Autonomous drone swarms could become a major challenge for civil protection in the years ahead. The technology may enable more precise strikes against civilian targets, according to a new report from the Swedish Defence Research Agency—FOI.
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Developing an analytical framework and methods for studying China’s military power China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is modernising and becoming more capable. To deepen understanding of that shift, researchers at the Swedish Defence Research Agency, FOI, have developed a framework for analysing Chinese military power.
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Important aspects of China’s innovation capacity are being overlooked From being virtually incapable of innovation to the most innovative nation in the world: in simple terms, this is how the West’s perception of Chinese research and inventiveness has shifted in recent years. Analysts at FOI have examined why this view fails to reflect how innovation actually works in practice.
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NATO is moving towards a new generation of forward defence From tripwire forces aimed at ensuring reinforcement to brigade-sized ground forces focused on deterrence by denial: NATO has raised its ambitions for forward presence along the Alliance’s eastern flank since 2022. Researchers at FOI have examined how this shift is being implemented in practice.
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Ukraine’s Strategic Communication in Transition Strategic communication cannot replace military force, but it has become a vital element of Ukraine’s defence against Russia. What lessons can other countries draw from Ukraine’s experience? This is the question researchers at FOI set out to explore.
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Strained Russian Economy May Lead to Increased Repression The war in Ukraine is taking a toll on the Russian economy. Military investments no longer generate growth but instead fuel inflation, and it is becoming increasingly difficult for the government to balance the budget. However, the challenges are not yet unmanageable, according to Emil Wannheden, analyst at FOI.
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China’s Relentless Pursuit of Foreign Technology China has an extensive system for acquiring foreign technology. However, as other countries become more cautious, this is becoming more difficult. As a result, China may turn more frequently to illegal methods, according to a report by FOI.
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The Chinese Communist Party expands its influence over businesses The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is blurring the lines between privately and state-owned enterprises. Researchers from FOI and the Swedish National China Centre have analysed this development in their report, The Chinese Communist Party’s influence over businesses .
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