Gen. Pierre Schill on France’s Strategic Vision and Adapting Land Forces for High-Intensity Conflict

Hudson welcomes French Army Chief of Staff General Pierre Schill, one of Europe’s most senior military leaders, for a discussion on the evolving strategic environment and the French Army’s transformation in a rapidly changing world.

General Schill will discuss:

• How new dynamics are shaping France’s evolving strategic concept and defense posture
• The French Army’s role as a global military force, deployed in support of national interests, allied commitments, and international security
• How operational experience feeds directly into force adaptation and readiness
• The ongoing transformation of land forces, including the integration of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence
• The human dimensions of military effectiveness—recruitment, training, leadership development, and cohesion

Additionally, drawing on his most recent book Command : Insight from the French Army, General Schill will reflect on the future of land warfare and commanding by intent, with an emphasis on the importance of trust, initiative, and decentralized decision-making in modern warfare.

This event will conclude with a Q&A session, offering the audience an opportunity to engage with a European and French perspective on the strategic, operational, and human challenges shaping the future of land warfare.