KUALA LUMPUR: Muslim nations must embrace the advancement of technologies that goes along with the Industrial Revolution 4.0 such as artificial intelligence and internet of things, says Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu.
Speaking at the plenary session during the Kuala Lumpur Summit 2019 on Friday , Mohamad Sabu said military operations of the current times are characterised by additional variables of speed and agility, driven by advanced high technology elements, including artificial intelligence, robotics, augmented and virtual reality; 5G technology in the area of facial recognition and unmanned vehicles.
He also noted that countries need to utilise high-tech sensors and systems, instead of doing business as usual by deploying boots on the ground. He hoped that the summit will be the best platform for all the countries to explore further the possibility of collaboration in developing a more comprehensive method in revitalising defence and security based on Islamic principles.
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