Asymmetric warfare and drone technology reshape military tactics and training

Discussions regarding the evolution of asymmetric warfare highlight how conflicts in Ukraine and Iran are reshaping military tactics through the use of FPV drones and electronic warfare. Analysts Jorge G. Castañeda and Carlos Ominami suggest that these technologies allow smaller powers to compensate for conventional military weaknesses, potentially leading to a rise in ‘guerrilla geopolitics’ within Latin America as actors seek greater autonomy.

In response to these changing combat realities, military training institutions are integrating modern technologies. At the University of Defence, field training now incorporates unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) equipped with Saab simulation systems and aerial drones for reconnaissance. These training exercises aim to simulate real-world combat scenarios seen in contemporary conflicts, teaching students to utilize autonomous systems alongside traditional infantry tactics and specialized units.