Sweden is providing anti-drone technology to protect the EU summit in Copenhagen. The high-level meeting brings together European Union leaders on Tuesday. Denmark currently holds the rotating EU presidency.
Recent drone sightings in Danish airspace have raised security concerns. Multiple countries are supporting Denmark with police and security systems for the event.
Hans Liwång, a defense systems professor, explained how the technology likely works. He believes it detects drones in the air, probably using radar systems. The equipment may also include signal intelligence to identify communication between drones and their operators.
Government officials have not disclosed specific details about the Swedish anti-drone system. A foreign correspondent described it as the defense industry's new "little black" essential tool.
Why the secrecy around security technology during high-profile events? Governments typically avoid revealing their full capabilities to maintain operational advantage.
International summits often involve security cooperation between host nations and allies. This support helps ensure safety during gatherings of world leaders.
The Copenhagen summit represents Denmark's leadership role within the European Union. Security measures reflect the importance of protecting high-level diplomatic meetings.