علي ناصر الحمادي
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Ali Nasser AlHammadi
Emirati Writer

Virtual and Augmented Reality Technology: A New Strategic Dimension in Defence

In a time of revolutionary technological innovation, the United Arab Emirates is confidently leading the way in defence technology, envisioning the future with innovation in the realms of defence and security.

Virtual and augmented reality technologies constitute a huge leap in military training and strategic planning, opening wide horizons for leaders and soldiers to simulate and learn through innovative and unprecedented methods.

Virtual reality headsets provide soldiers with the opportunity to engage in immersive training experiences that accurately simulate various combat scenarios, all within a safe environment away from the risks of the real world.

Moreover, augmented reality headsets can provide soldiers with rich intelligence information and vital data, enhancing their executive and tactical capabilities on the battlefield.

Through its investments and strategic partnerships in this sector, the UAE is relentlessly working to enhance its position as a global leader in military technology.

This endeavour is evident in the development of advanced training programs that leverage the latest available technologies, qualifying the UAE Armed Forces to be more efficient and prepared to address contemporary security challenges.

Virtual reality technologies are reshaping the military landscape, by providing advanced and cost-effective training solutions and allowing for high-precision exercises to be conducted safely.

These technologies are also effective tools for developing soldiers’ skills and improving their responses to diverse combat situations, enhancing their analytical and operational capabilities.

Furthermore, virtual reality technologies allow military forces to objectively assess and analyse their performance, enhancing the potential for joint training and international collaboration, and contributing to strengthening relationships and coordination between allied countries in the military field.

Integrating virtual reality technologies into military training not only improves the quality of training but also contributes to reducing the costs associated with traditional training, thereby directing resources towards vital aspects in the military sector.

The Emirati experience proves that investing in virtual and augmented reality technologies is not merely a technological choice, but a comprehensive strategy that enhances the defensive capabilities of the state, providing advanced protection for its society and national assets, offering a model to be emulated in military and security innovation.

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