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As Western democratic norms and values face increasingly complex challenges, the British government is embracing a new era of realpolitik, prioritizing military strength and strategic deals with unsavory regimes to ensure homeland security. The 2025 National Security Strategy marks a significant departure from the "let's-make-the-world-a-better-place" multilateralism
Defence spending
US President Donald Trump's defence budget request for 2026 marks a significant shift in military priorities, with a focus on funding his marquee missile defence shield and increasing spending on high-tech missiles and drones. The proposal, which includes a $892.6 billion defence and national security budget request,
Defence spending
As the UK faces rising threats from nuclear-armed nations, cyber attacks, and terrorism, the government has warned of the possibility of conflict on home soil for the first time in years. In response to this escalating threat, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to significantly increase the country'
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As the United States becomes increasingly embroiled in a Middle East conflict, Canada's national security interests are being called into question. A new poll from the Angus Reid Institute suggests that Canada is "falling behind" militarily, even as Prime Minister Mark Carney has committed to increasing
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to commit the UK to spending 5% of its GDP on national security by 2035, following a ceasefire between Israel and Iran ordered by US President Donald Trump. The pledge aims to placate Trump's demands for increased defence spending from NATO
Defence spending
The Indian Army has placed a major order with ideaForge Technology for high-performance hybrid Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The ₹137 crore contract is for the supply of advanced VTOL systems designed for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The order was secured through the Emergency Procurement route, which underscores
Defence spending
Households in the UK may face an additional barrage of tax increases as the government grapples with meeting its renewed commitments on defence spending. Paul Johnson, the director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, warned that a lot more tax rises will be necessary to meet the increased spending, particularly
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Poland's culture ministry, led by minister Hanna Wroblewska, is preparing to transfer the country's most treasured artworks abroad in the event of a Russian invasion. With nearly 1,000 museums at risk, the evacuation plan aims to safeguard over 160 state-run institutions, including paintings, sculptures, rare
Prime ministers
The UK's national security strategy, set to be published on Tuesday, will consolidate reviews commissioned by the government, including the strategic defence review, Aukus alliance review, and China relations audit. The strategy will integrate industrial and trade strategies, resilience strategy, and emphasize the need for whole-of-society resilience. It
Defence spending
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has announced his party's support for the federal budget, praising the government's efforts, particularly the 20% increase in the defense budget. However, he also highlighted several unmet demands, including the need for Southern Punjab to receive
Energy industries
The United Kingdom is caught between its climate goals and growing security concerns as it weighs whether to proceed with a deal that would see a leading Chinese wind turbine maker, Mingyang Smart Energy Group, supply turbines for the Green Volt North Sea wind farm. The project, which aims to
Congressional representatives
The House Appropriations Committee has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Bill, which prioritizes America's military superiority, enhances national security, and supports the well-being of troops and their families. The bill invests in cutting-edge technologies, preserves America's defense industrial base, and combats international threats. Chairman
