Illusion of defense supremacy?
Across the globe, defense spending has continued to rise, in many cases outpacing investments in essential sectors such as health and education. This trend is often justified by governments under the premise of national security and safeguarding citizens. This increased investment is fueling rapid advancements and diversification in defense technologies. The nature of modern warfare has fundamentally shifted from traditional combat to high-tech engagement, where possessing advanced military technology provides a decisive advantage. This has created an economic incentive for technologically advanced nations to develop and sell these sophisticated defense products to other countries. This dynamic raises concerns about the potential for market forces and fear-based narratives to influence defense policy. Historically, warfare has been a persistent feature of human civilization. The modern era, however, is marked by a paradox: advanced lethal technologies, some with the capacity ...