Executive Summary
Each of the S&T Macro Trends describes a distinct global trend that is uniquely impacted by and distinctly impacts S&T. These six trends are shaping and/or will shape NATO’s strategic landscape and influence how emerging and disruptive technologies (EDTs) continue to evolve. They will also impact how Alliance governments and societies respond to and develop future S&T policy. The following trends are anticipated to define the S&T landscape from 2025-2045, with differing impacts and timelines expected for each.
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