Robots for Japan’s Defence: The Key Issues
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By Kalyan M Kemburi
Synopsis
With evolving security requirements and changing socio-economic imperatives, Tokyo might increasingly opt for robots and unmanned systems for defence systems. However the Japan Self Defence Forces may have to grapple with key organisational and operational issues if they decide to robotise warfighting capabilities.
The West Sumatra Earthquakes: Not Learning Our Lessons?
By Jonatan A. Lassa
Synopsis
A big earthquake hit the ocean floor off Southwestern Sumatra, Indonesia on 2 March 2016. Tsunami warnings were issued by the government to the whole Sumatran regions. How effective are Indonesia’s tsunami warning systems today?