
The fact-sheet is a continuation of the OEFR Business & Governance project’s series on disruptive technologies and fragile states. The global market for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) or “drones” has grown rapidly in last few years. Though still a relatively novel technology around the world, there is a growing concern of unmonitored UAV use in fragile states.
This piece highlights the opportunities and threats of UAV use in fragile states, and argues for a forward-thinking approach to how these vehicles can be regulated for the greater good in these jurisdictions.

The global market for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) or “drones” has grown rapidly in the last few years. Though still a relatively novel technology around the world, there is a growing concern of unmonitored UAV use in fragile states. Read our thoughts on the impacts of UAV use in fragile states.