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  • 2026 Australian National Defence Strategy

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gov.uk /1 month ago

Defence accommodation policy

The People Accommodation Policy Team is responsible for Defence accommodation policy on behalf of Chief Defence Personnel (CDP).

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theguardian.com /1 month ago

The Guardian view on defence spending: should the UK’s security rest with Donald Trump? | Editorial

A former Nato chief demands more cash while fixing Britain’s global role. Before billions are spent, ministers must define the purpose of its militaryGeorge Robertson’s claims abou...

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news.usni.org /1 month ago

2026 Australian National Defence Strategy

The following is the 2026 Australian Government National Defence Strategy, released on April 16, 2026. From the report Australia’s strategic environment The deteriorating trends in...

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order-order.com /1 month ago

Strategic Defence Review Author: Labour’s “Corrosive Complacency” Has Put Britain in Peril

Labour peer George Robertson – author of the landmark Strategic Defence Review- has today aimed all of his guns at Starmer and his government for “corrosive complacency” on defence...

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theguardian.com /1 month ago

Labor to boost defence spending by $53bn over next decade – but plan still short of Donald Trump’s demands

The new strategy to be unveiled by Richard Marles will see defence spending rise to about 2.4% of GDP – but US president has urged allies to spend 3.5%Get our breaking news email,...

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channelnewsasia.com /1 day ago

New Zealand can no longer take its security for granted, says defence minister as military spending rises

New Zealand could move faster towards its target of spending 2 per cent of GDP on defence if security conditions warrant it, Defence Minister Chris Penk tells CNA.

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globalnews.ca /4 days ago

Do Canada’s defence promises exceed results? Experts echo U.S. criticism

Researchers said increased defence investments and strategies mean little without a clear national security plan that lays out what Canada's military is preparing for.

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taipeitimes.com /4 weeks ago

Budget is key to defense plans: official

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bbc.com /1 month ago

Criticism of complacency on defence spending will sting government

The government faces tough questions about the ability to defend the UK, writes Jonathan Beale.

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alphaideas.in /3 weeks ago

Defence is the best Offence

Source: Business Standard

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helsinkitimes.fi /1 month ago

Government sets final budget plan with cuts and increased military spending

Finland’s government has agreed its final spending framework before the next election, combining cuts to health and social services with housing support, transport projects and hig...

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brisbanetimes.com.au /1 month ago

$53 billion to be ploughed into Australia’s defence budget. Trump’s secretary of war wanted more

The government will argue defence spending will rise to 3 per cent of gross domestic product – but only by adopting a new way to calculate the figure.

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gov.uk /2 weeks ago

Driving Integration

Integration is about ensuring Defence can act in a way greater than the sum of its parts, with government, our allies and industry to deliver a desired outcome.

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maritime-executive.com /1 month ago

Japan Builds Up its Defense Posture Through Investments and Alliances

 Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing ahead with election manifesto promises to strengthen Japan's defense posture.The Liberal Democratic...

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conservativehome.com /1 day ago

Sarah Ingham: The National Conversation on defence must answer some awkward questions

A national conversation implies the nation supports defence. What nation? The SNP opposes nuclear submarines at Faslane, Sinn Fein is against the £50 million Defence Growth Deal in...

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gov.uk /1 month ago

Unlocking private investment to drive UK defence as an engine for growth

The UK defence industry stands to benefit as the Government considers new ways to unlock private investment to drive military readiness, create jobs and deliver economic growth acr...

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stuff.co.nz /1 week ago

Defence to get $1.5b Budget boost for ageing fleet and new drones

The Maritime Fleet Renewal programme was designed to deliver a “modern and combat capable navy, as well as for two types of drones”.

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independent.co.uk /1 week ago

Germany unveils €10 billion defence plan to counter Russian threat

The budget to improve domestic preparedness for emergencies including attacks was earmarked last year

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theguardian.com /1 month ago

Balancing UK’s welfare and defence spending ‘not zero-sum game’, minister says

Treasury minister James Murray hits back at George Robertson’s criticism over military budgetUK politics live – latest updatesA Treasury minister has said balancing welfare and def...

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scotsman.com /1 month ago

Former Nato chief Lord Robertson: Britain’s national security and safety is in peril

The former Labour defence secretary, who led the Government’s Strategic Defence Review (SDW), accused ministers of being unwilling to make the necessary investment.

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gov.uk /1 month ago

Defence Secretary No9 speech - 09 April 2026

The Defence Secretary held a media briefing at No9 today to give an operational update on Russian activity in the Atlantic.

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thehindubusinessline.com /1 month ago

White House seeks $1.5 trillion defence budget, proposes deep cuts to social spending

The plan focuses on military expansion, nuclear modernisation and a new missile defence system, while cutting non-defence spending by 10 per cent

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fpri.org /3 weeks ago

Germany’s Defense Strategy: Economics and the Future of European Security

The German government has released a transformational national defense strategy, underpinned by a longer-term commitment to address Russia’s growing challenge to European defense,...

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naval-technology.com /1 month ago

Australia reveal top priorities in defence spending push

Australia has released its 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) and Integrated Investment Programme (IIP) today, 16 April. The post Australia reveal top priorities in defence spend...

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