Cabinet officials
Canadian Federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly believes that by investing in aerospace and shipbuilding, the country can achieve significant economic and strategic gains, including job creation in manufacturing, strengthened ties with Europe, and a renewed relationship with the private sector. The government is currently finalizing its Defence Industrial Strategy, which
Cabinet officials
Turkey's Defense Minister, Guler, and UK Defense Secretary, Healey, signed a full Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Turkey's acceptance as a Eurofighter Typhoon operator during the 17th International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF) in Istanbul. The agreement marks a significant step towards Turkey joining the Typhoon club
Cabinet officials
At the 17th International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2025) in Istanbul, Bosnia and Herzegovina's Minister of Defense, Zukan Helez, has emphasized the country's dedication to enhancing bilateral cooperation with the Republic of Trkiye. The IDEF 2025, a leading defense industry fair in the region, brought together
International trade
Defense industry companies from Bosnia and Herzegovina have gathered at the 17th International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2025) in Istanbul, Turkey, to showcase their capabilities and attract potential foreign partners. The national stand of Bosnia and Herzegovina, covering an area of 72 square meters, features five local companies: Igman Konjic,
Cabinet officials
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine's vital position in the European security system during an online conversation with EU Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis. The discussion highlighted the implementation of the EUR 150 billion SAFE initiative, aimed at increasing the production capacity of Europe'
Defence buying
The U.S. Department of Defense Defense Acquisition Regulations System has issued an information collection notice, citing the need for contractors and subcontractors performing private security functions outside the U.S. to report specific security incidents. This reporting requirement stems from the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008,
Nuclear proliferation
The recent developments in the Iran-Israel conflict have posed a significant challenge for India to balance its relationships with both nations, which are crucial suppliers of defense equipment, technology, and oil. The United States of America's bombing of Iran has disrupted the region's stability, causing oil
Nuclear proliferation
The United States' unprovoked bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran has sparked a tense geopolitical situation, with far-reaching implications for India and the global economy. The US President's decision to send stealth bombers and bunker busters, weighing nearly 15 kilotons, has been widely condemned, with Iran
Defence spending
Bulgaria has reaffirmed its commitment to increasing its public spending on defence to 5% of GDP by 2035, a goal approved unanimously for all member states during the NATO Summit in The Hague. This ambitious target aims to transform Bulgaria's defence capabilities and develop its defence industry, with
Defence spending
NATO allies have reaffirmed their commitment to provide support to Ukraine's defense and security, with the key detail being that military aid to Ukraine will be included in the total defense spending determined within the Alliance as a whole. According to the final declaration of the NATO summit,
Defence spending
Nato leaders signed off on a shortened statement at the 2025 summit in The Hague, with language significantly weaker compared to previous years. In a bid to appease Donald Trump, the alliance omitted any mention of Russia's war in Ukraine, which had been a key point in previous
Defence spending
As Canada's government begins to increase its defence spending, the country's tech industry is gearing up to take on the challenge, despite decades of underinvestment in the sector. With global defence tech growing faster than ever, Canada is seen as an early player in a market
