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What will war and conflict look like in the future? - Coggle Diagram
What will war and conflict look like in the future?
Tactics
what are tactics in warfare?
Tactics are methods and techniques used in warfare to gain advantage over the enemy.
Tactics help achieve objectives while minimizing casualties.
Different tactics are used depending on the situation, terrain, weapons, and goals of the parties involved.
Successful tactics can change the outcome of a battle or war, making them crucial to military strategy.
Evolution of tactics generally
Warfare has evolved from simple weapons and physical strength to advanced technologies and tactics.
Modern warfare is more complex and challenging due to these developments.
Advanced technologies and tactics offer new - opportunities for strategic thinking and innovation in warfare.
How can warfare tactics change in the future
Future tactics may involve AI, bioweapons, and media manipulation
More technological media
Social media websites
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook etc.
ChatGPT provides intelligent information on social media in warfare
social media used in warfare tactics for propaganda and encrypted messages
social media can spread disinformation and manipulate public opinion
ChatGPT
ChatGPT can impact creation of secret organizations and automate them
AI software can produce military devices benefiting a country's military system.
AI can revolutionize warfare with automated weapons and decision-making
AI can adapt to changing battle conditions
How tactics can be effective in war
Effective tactics can benefit countries by helping them achieve military objectives and gain an advantage over rivals.
Tactics used in a specific battle can contribute to the success of a broader campaign or even determine the outcome of a war.
The scale of tactics can have a significant impact on countries' success in warfare.
Motives
What are motives in warfare?
The people/groups involved in war usually have a motive to fight over territory and resources, historical rivalries, self defense against an aggresive country, etc.
The reasons and motives of war are most likely due to economic, religious, and political reasons.
Power and control over territory and resources.
Ideological or cultural differences.
National security or self-defense.
Economic gain or protection of economic interests.
Revenge or retaliation.
Motives that may happen in the future
Fighting over cyber information
Center for Strategic and International Studies reports significant increase in cyber attacks on government agencies and critical infrastructure.
The increase has been steady over the past decade.
In 2020, over 100 significant cyber incidents were reported globally.
Countries may fight over cyber-information in the future that could compromise national security, economic stability, and political interests.
Cyber-information is a valuable asset for gaining a competitive advantage in the technological world.
Exposing cyber-information to the public through media could potentially destroy a country.
Impacts
how will the impact of war and conflict shape the world in the future
Increased polarization and division within and between societies, potentially leading to greater political instability and social unrest
Heightened competition for resources, potentially leading to resource wars and exacerbating environmental degradation
Greater reliance on authoritarian and surveillance-based systems of governance and security, potentially leading to erosion of civil liberties and human rights
Increased migration and displacement, potentially leading to greater pressure on host communities and exacerbating existing social and economic inequalities
Greater uncertainty and instability in international relations, potentially leading to new alliances and power structures as well as increased risk of conflicts
Potential for technological advancements and innovations, as conflict often drives technological progress and innovation
Increased focus on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and diplomacy, as well as greater investment in preventing and addressing the root causes of conflict.
More reliance and value on technology and artificial intelligence (ChatGPT)
what are impacts in warfare?
Physical destruction of infrastructure and buildings.
Loss of life and injuries to soldiers and civilians.
Displacement of people and refugee crises.
Long-term environmental damage.
Economic costs and disruption to trade.
Psychological trauma for soldiers and civilians.
Political instability and societal tension.
Essay planning/layout
Sequence
Introduction:
What is war?
Brief intro to how war has changed over time.
Introduce what 3 themes that will be discussed.
Paragraph 1-3: P-EA-L structure
P - How will this theme of war change in the future
E - Use an example from the past/present
A - Explain how this will change war in the future
L - Link back to your point
Conclusion:
Answer the question (What will war and conflict look like in the future?)
Use examples to justify argument
Keywords