As of Jan 2025 the KNDF sees itself as a defence force aiding the Pro Democracy movement and not a traditional Ethnic Armed Organization.

The KNDF objective is also aligned with the NUG in optimism that Myanmar(Burma) will one day be a culturally diverse and independent nation from military rule and dictatorship.

The KNDF also works closely with the Karenni state police to ensure no atrocities are committed in retaliation and follow the code and ethics of warfare according to the Geneva convention.

They also look into the international community and draw inspiration from countries with a mixed ethnicity defence force and emulate nation states which have survived years of potential threats.

Their leadership is also made up of multi ethnic leaders who can put aside cultural differences to work for the greater good of the people.

The KNDF accepts recruits from all different ethnic backgrounds and religious groups in stark contrast to the Myanmar military and other EOAs.

They have a structured Basic Military Training School of which commanders are selected based on meritocracy and leadership skills emulating various defence doctrines of other nations.

The KNDF together with its allies is also reportedly one of the few Pro Democracy groups that have successfully shot down a Myanmar Airforce Jet as it was bombing civilians in 2023.

The aircraft was shot down using tactics employed similar to Nato Air defence strategies by creating an envelope of fire with light munitions [14] The KNDF also has a structured system in their military doctrine.