Combined Operational Review and Evaluation Programme Latest News
The Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme is being organised by Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) in New Delhi.
About Combined Operational Review and Evaluation Programme
- It serves as a unique platform for civil-military engagement on national security.
- Organisations involved: It brings together senior officers of the Indian Armed Forces along with officers from the ministries of Defence, External Affairs, and Home Affairs.
- Organised by: Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff
- Theme: The themes of CORE include evolving regional and global security challenges like,
- The impact of technological transformation on the nature of warfare,
- The importance of strategic communication, and the growing need for enhanced synergy between civil and military stakeholders in addressing complex and multidimensional threats.
Features of CORE Programme
- This programme will provide comprehensive exposure to contemporary national and regional security issues through insightful interactions with distinguished subject matter experts
- It is designed to enhance strategic awareness and equip participating officers with fresh perspectives, enabling them to make pragmatic, well-informed, and balanced decisions in their future leadership roles.
Source: PIB
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