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The MiddleEast Military Technology Conference (MEMTEC) will be held alongside theupcoming Bahrain International Defence Exhibition & Conference (BIDEC) from28-30 October 2019. Held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin IsaAl Khalifa, the conference will contextualise the exhibition within theregional efforts to modernise capabilities. Once again, the Bahrain Center forStrategic, International and Energy Studies (DERASAT) is the Knowledge Partner for theConference alongside BIDEC.
MEMTEC willdiscuss matters including the current status and future of military technology,cyber defence strategies, the impact of artificial intelligence on thefunctions of armed forces, the use of military technology to develop simulationmodels of war, the impact of military technology on regional conflicts, and thefuture of military industries in Middle East. MEMTEC aims to showcase howglobal developments and advancements in the defence sector will reshapeconflicts in the Middle East.
H.E. Dr. Shaikh Abdullabin Ahmed Al Khalifa, chairman of MEMTEC and chairman of DERASAT, spoke aboutthe importance of using technology to find solutions and create closer ties: “Bahrain is a force for peace and global understanding. We have understood well the importance ofmilitary alliances to establish security and stability in the world incooperation with friendly countries. The importance of militarytechnology in the development of armed forces and in responding to threats tonational security as well as its role in minimising post-conflict impact is undoubted.MEMTEC will examine the challenges facing this technology.”
During thelast few decades, military technology has been a key focus for many countries,especially in the West, as reflected in the volume of investment in this field.Technology not only enhances the capabilities of armed forces, but alsosignificantly impacts the quality and effectiveness in preparation for nationaldefence.
Preparationsare now in full swing for BIDEC 2019.
H.H. MajorGeneral Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, commander of Bahrain Royal Guard, isthe chairman of the BIDEC 2019 Supreme Committee, with key support from theBahrain Defence Force, National Guard and other government Ministries andAuthorities.