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As the new year starts, the UK defence spending delay continues

6th January 2026

The UK’s defence spending commitments remain uncertain as the government’s Defence Investment Plan, which had been due by the end of 2025, is yet to be published.

Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came to an end with China encircling the country as part of an exercise.

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4th July 2018

The Hong Kong Garrison of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) opened three of its camps to the public on 30 June and 1 July, allowing …

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Trudeau to visit Latvia ahead of NATO summit

3rd July 2018

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will fly to Latvia for a two-day visit starting July 9, ahead of the NATO summit in Brussels, his office …

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Greek coalition partner vows to block Macedonia deal

3rd July 2018

The head of Greece's junior coalition partner on 3 July vowed to block a disputed name deal with neighbouring Macedonia, questioning the government's legitimacy to …

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USSOCOM looks to austere basecamps

3rd July 2018

USSOCOM has announced that it will host a Generation X Austere Basecamp capabilities assessment event (CAE) on 28-29 August 2018, at the SOFWERX facility in Tampa, …

Leonardo DRS down-selected for IM-SHORAD programme

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Leonardo DRS down-selected for IM-SHORAD programme

3rd July 2018

Leonardo DRS' mission equipment package has been down-selected by the US Army for the Initial Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense (IM-SHORAD) programme, the company announced on …

China steals US hydrophones

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China steals US hydrophones

3rd July 2018

An arrest of a Chinese citizen accused of illegally exporting hydrophones to China has set off alarm bells amongst US experts on naval warfare in …

SOF to enhance NATO air ops support

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SOF to enhance NATO air ops support

2nd July 2018

Special operations forces must be better positioned to provide enhanced support to NATO air operations, an official report has disclosed.  The NATO Joint Air Power …

French arms exports halved in 2017

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French arms exports halved in 2017

2nd July 2018

French defence exports fell sharply last year in the absence of major deals to sell new Rafale fighter jets, with Middle Eastern clients again making …

Singapore outlines procurements for 2020 and beyond

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Singapore outlines procurements for 2020 and beyond

2nd July 2018

Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has outlined its equipment requirements to ensure the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) remain lethal beyond 2020-30. Defence Minister Ng Eng …

Sri Lanka moves navy unit to Chinese-run port

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Sri Lanka moves navy unit to Chinese-run port

1st July 2018

Sri Lanka will move its southern naval command to a port leased to a state-run Chinese firm but China will not use it for military …

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UDT 2018: Underwater scooter continues to evolve

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Stidd Systems is continuing the development of its diver propulsion device (DPD) having already sold 400 units to various NATO customers.The company is currently working …

US opens new military headquarters in South Korea

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US opens new military headquarters in South Korea

29th June 2018

US forces in South Korea opened their new headquarters on 29 June, on what they called Washington's biggest overseas base, just weeks after President Donald …

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