Rep. Adam Smith outlined five essential areas where US military innovation is crucial: missiles, missile defenses, drones, counter-drone systems, and secure communications. He emphasized that these technologies are vital for modern warfare, particularly in light of ongoing conflicts like the war in Ukraine, which demonstrate the importance of effective military capabilities. The necessity of modifying systems to keep pace with adversarial tactics was also pointed out, specifically in the context of electronic warfare. Smith stressed the risk posed by missile threats from geopolitical rivals like China and Russia, highlighting the urgent need for both offensive and defensive advancements.
Rep. Adam Smith emphasized the necessity for the US military to innovate in five key technologies—missiles, missile defenses, drones, counter-drone systems, and secure communications—to ensure future success in warfare.
Smith highlighted the ongoing war in Ukraine as a pivotal example of the importance of modern military capabilities and the need for enhanced systems to overcome emerging threats.
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