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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a major boost to Britain's military capabilities, including building new submarines, increasing weapons production, and investing in cyber defense, as part of a strategic response to threats from Russia and to reaffirm NATO commitments, amid concerns over global security and shifting US policies.
The UK government has initiated a comprehensive review of its "hollowed out" armed forces to address urgent threats from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. The review, led by former NATO Secretary-General George Robertson and other experts, aims to modernize and strengthen the military, with findings due in 2025. Budget constraints and capability shortfalls have raised concerns about the UK's readiness and effectiveness as a NATO partner.
Australia will shift its focus from land-based armor to longer-range strike capability with munitions built in the country, according to a major defense review. The country will spend AUD 19 billion to acquire precision strike missiles with ranges exceeding 500 km to counter the growing threat from China. The review also recommends strengthening Australia's northern defenses and fast-tracking plans to acquire the land-based High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). The report warns that China's military build-up is the largest and most ambitious of any country since the end of World War II.