Non-Contact Warfare

Brigadier Vivek Verma's Non-Contact Warfare explores the changing nature of conflict, emphasizing civil-military integration and innovative strategies in contemporary warfare.

In Non-Contact Warfare, Brigadier Vivek Verma delves into the evolving landscape of modern conflict, emphasizing the necessity of civil-military integration in shaping future warfare. He articulates how the dynamics of threat and the application of force have transformed since the end of the Cold War, leading to a nuanced understanding of what constitutes war versus conflict. This shift is pivotal as it influences how confrontations and crises are engineered and managed, reflecting a world increasingly reliant on innovative strategies.

The book highlights the emergence of new threats that leverage advanced technologies while repurposing traditional methods. Verma underscores the need for defense practitioners to adapt by engaging in sub-threshold warfare, which often employs non-contact strategies. This approach broadens the scope of agencies involved in national security, advocating for a holistic government effort to better define and utilize the instruments of power in contemporary conflicts.

Moreover, Non-Contact Warfare examines the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has accelerated the need for strategic adaptations. Verma identifies key themes such as disruption, denial, distortion, disempowerment, destabilization, and destruction, suggesting that these will be central to the emerging dominance strategies in the realm of non-contact warfare. Through this exploration, the author offers a comprehensive understanding of the complexities that will define future confrontations and the strategies necessary to navigate them.