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Congress Approves $839B Defense Bill Boosting Next-Gen Fighters and Submarines
defense1 month ago

Congress Approves $839B Defense Bill Boosting Next-Gen Fighters and Submarines

Lawmakers released a conference version of the fiscal 2026 defense bill totaling $839 billion, restoring funding for the Navy’s F/A-XX and increasing the Air Force’s F-47 Next Generation Air Dominance program, including about $3.9 billion for both programs (roughly $3B for the F-47 and $972M for the F/A-XX). The bill also preserves the E-7 Wedgetail at about $1.1B, aligns F-35 purchases with Pentagon plans (47 aircraft in 2026) while funding sustainment and Block 4 upgrades, backs Northrop Grumman’s B-21 Raider at $1.9B, and expands shipbuilding and missile programs, including the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM.

via Defense News|
#defense#defense-budget#e-7-wedgetail
Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising Regional Tensions
world2 months ago

Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Japan's Cabinet approved a record defense budget exceeding 9 trillion yen (€48.82bn) for 2026, aiming to enhance its strike-back capabilities and coastal defense amid rising regional tensions, making it the world's third-largest defense spender after the US and China. The plan includes deploying long-range missiles, unmanned drones, and joint development of military technology, reflecting Japan's shift towards a more offensive military posture while maintaining its pacifist stance.

via Euronews.com|
#china#defense-budget#japan
Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising China Tensions
world2 months ago

Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising China Tensions

Japan's Cabinet approved a record defense budget exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for 2026, aiming to enhance its military capabilities amid rising tensions with China, including missile and drone deployments, and plans for joint development of advanced weapons with allies. The move marks Japan's commitment to increasing its military spending to 2% of GDP, driven by regional security concerns and U.S. pressure, while also seeking to bolster its defense industry and strategic partnerships.

via Defense News|
#china#defense-budget#japan
Japan Approves Record Defense Budget to Counter China and Boost Military Power
world2 months ago

Japan Approves Record Defense Budget to Counter China and Boost Military Power

Japan's cabinet has approved a record ¥9tn ($58bn) defense budget to enhance strike-back capabilities and coastal defenses amid escalating tensions with China, which has criticized Japan's space and military developments. The budget increase is part of Japan's plan to double its arms spending to 2% of GDP, focusing on unmanned drones and missile systems, as tensions with China and the US over Taiwan continue to rise. China has condemned Japan's space technology advancements and military activities, accusing them of fueling an arms race, while Japan emphasizes its defensive posture within constitutional limits.

via The Guardian|
#china-tensions#defense-budget#japan
Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising China Tensions
world2 months ago

Japan Approves Record Defense Budget Amid Rising China Tensions

Japan's Cabinet has approved a record 122.3 trillion yen ($782 billion) budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with over 9 trillion yen allocated for defense, aiming to strengthen coastal defenses amid rising regional tensions, particularly with China and the Taiwan issue. The country plans to double its defense spending to 2% of GDP, accelerate its timeline to meet this goal, and rely on imports for unmanned weapons to address manpower shortages, reflecting concerns over China's military activities near Japan.

via DW|
#china#defense-budget#japan
Japan Proposes Record $60 Billion Defense Budget Focused on China Countermeasures
defense6 months ago

Japan Proposes Record $60 Billion Defense Budget Focused on China Countermeasures

Japan has requested a record defense budget of $60.2 billion for fiscal year 2026, focusing on enhancing its maritime and missile defense capabilities, including the establishment of a multi-layered coastal defense system called 'SHIELD,' construction of new frigates and submarines, modifications to aircraft carriers for F-35B operations, and joint development of hypersonic missile defense systems with the U.S.

via navalnews.com|
#defense#defense-budget#fiscal-2026
NATO Chief Urges Major Boost in Defense Spending and Air Defenses
world8 months ago

NATO Chief Urges Major Boost in Defense Spending and Air Defenses

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte urged member countries to significantly increase their military spending, aiming for a 5% GDP target to strengthen collective defense against Russia, with the UK planning to boost its defense budget amid financial constraints. The summit in The Hague will focus on these commitments, emphasizing the need for increased production of defense systems and equipment.

via The New York Times|
#defense-budget#military-spending#nato