Baku:A Republican Scientific and Practical Conference titled 'Current Issues in Defense and National Security' has commenced at the National Defense University. This event, dedicated to Victory Day on November 8, gathers representatives from various government institutions along with military and civilian educational establishments, as reported by Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defense.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, before the conference began, participants paid tribute by laying flowers at the monument to National Leader Heydar Aliyev and the memorial complex dedicated to the martyrs of the Patriotic War.

Major General Gunduz Abdulov, Rector of the National Defense University, addressed the opening ceremony, emphasizing the significance of interagency cooperation and the exchange of scientific and practical expertise for ensuring defense and national security. He discussed contemporary security challenges, including cybersecurity, protection of the information environment, countering hybrid threats, and the use of advanced technologies in military command and control, alongside the training of highly qualified military personnel.

The conference includes panel discussions on 'Current Issues in Defense and National Security,' where participants are exchanging views on topics such as the changing operational environment, the future battlespace, professional military education systems, competency-based personnel training, the digital army, modern defense technologies, artificial intelligence solutions, and cybersecurity. The conference will continue with thematic sessions until November 5, focusing on discussing current scientific issues in defense and national security, exchanging expertise, and enhancing interagency cooperation.