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New Zealand’s Drone Strategy Lags | Auckland News
New Zealand troops stunned observers by destroying drones with kamikaze strikes in Australia—but behind the flashy demo lies a troubling gap: no clear command guidelines for drone use, despite massive investments. Former military leaders warn that without strategic direction, operators face risks and the force risks becoming ad hoc and uncoordinated. While basic safety rules exist, a comprehensive doctrine for robotic systems isn’t expected until December, after more experiments—raising alarms that strategy is lagging behind tech. Hardware can be bought, but mastering how to deploy drones…
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