Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage
Council on Geostrategy
Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage is a podcast presented by the Council on Geostrategy in partnership with trade association ADS Group, and sponsored by industry powerhouse BAE Systems.
This podcast explores the key themes in British defence in the context of an increasingly contested international security environment. It will consider how the UK can shape the international agenda, focusing on how technology, innovation, skills, and defence strategies help to advance Britain’s interests, as well as those of its key allies and partners. www.britainsworld.org.uk
This podcast explores the key themes in British defence in the context of an increasingly contested international security environment. It will consider how the UK can shape the international agenda, focusing on how technology, innovation, skills, and defence strategies help to advance Britain’s interests, as well as those of its key allies and partners. www.britainsworld.org.uk
Episodes
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Nov 7, 2023 • 48min
Greater diversity in the defence community: Opportunities and challenges
In our latest episode, we examine the challenges and opportunities in the military community’s drive to become more representative and inclusive, including a discussion about the strategic advantage a more diverse workforce can bring. Joined by Angela Owen OBE, Founder of Women in Defence UK, and Richard Blackmore, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at BAE Systems, we demystify some terms and language, explore the benefits of reaching a critical mass, and shed light on the path forward to a stronger and more representative defence community. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.britainsworld.org.uk
Oct 23, 2023 • 48min
The Refresh of the Defence Command Paper: Implications for British Defence
In our inaugural episode, we discuss the recent refresh to the Defence Command Paper and its impact on British Defence. Experts including Dr Robert Johnson, Director, Secretary of State’s Office for Net Assessment and Challenge, provide insights into the UK’s strategic priorities, the critical role of Britain’s defence industrial base, and what the future holds for British defence.Find out more about Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage here: https://www.geostrategy.org.uk/defencetalks/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.britainsworld.org.uk
