Swiss army to create new drone centre

The Swiss army is turning to robotics and drones to ensure the country’s defence. To this end, the Federal Department of Defence (DDPS) is setting up a new drone battalion and recruit school. Drones are becoming increasingly important and are being used more and more in hybrid conflicts. The number of drone flights over military and critical infrastructure in Switzerland is on the rise. The DDPS is therefore investing in this area. Defence Minister Martin Pfister, Chief of the Armed Forces Be...

By swissinfo.ch