Transformation and the New Realities in Defense Cooperation

ComDef 2005, 23rd in the series, addresses the issues of "Transformation and the New Realities in Defense Cooperation " relative to force structure, operations, equipment, production, modernization, and inter-operability.

The conference will look into new threats to peace and relationships with nations of concern. Aging equipment inventories and the ability of industrial bases of friendly nations to modernize existing equipment will also be addressed.

The health of international defense industry and the necessity and opportunities for transnational cooperation will be covered. Also examples of capability based global partnering in international procurement. These examples will provide insights into the opportunities for joining existing programs and markers for the future.

ComDef 2005 offers a glimpse into the future of defense at a key moment in history, and will provide opportunities for international networking with government, military and industry leadership.

The program subject to changes in topics, speakers and schedule due to circumstances beyond the control of the organizers