All articles tagged with #defense spending
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Defense News
President Trump warned Raytheon to increase weapons production and stop stock buybacks or risk losing government contracts, amid a push for a $1.5 trillion military budget increase to build a 'dream military' in response to rising geopolitical tensions.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Defense News
Japan is significantly increasing its military capabilities, including record defense budgets and new offensive strategies, moving away from its postwar pacifist stance amid rising tensions with China, while maintaining its commitment to non-nuclear principles.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Yahoo
Japan is significantly increasing its military capabilities, including record defense budgets and new offensive strategies, amid rising tensions with China, challenging its postwar pacifist stance and potentially altering its constitutional constraints.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Guardian
Germany's military is actively recruiting on a large scale to expand its forces, using public outreach and incentives to attract volunteers, amid a shift in public perception and increased defense spending, as the country prepares for a new era of national security.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Reuters
Switzerland's army chief warns that the country cannot defend itself against a full-scale attack and needs to increase military spending and modernization, citing equipment gaps and rising threats from Russia, despite its neutrality and current preparedness for cyber and non-state actor threats.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by CNN
European security is increasingly threatened by Russia's hybrid warfare tactics and potential military aggression, prompting calls for significant defense investments and societal preparedness, as experts warn that the risk of war within the next few years is rising.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Foreign Affairs
Germany faces a critical balancing act under Chancellor Merz, who aims to boost defense and economic growth through increased debt spending, but struggles with domestic discontent, economic stagnation, and rising far-right support, risking its leadership role in Europe if reforms falter.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by BBC
Mark Rutte praises Donald Trump for strengthening NATO, highlighting the alliance's increased defense spending and unity, amid ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine and military threats, with discussions on security guarantees and increased military support for Ukraine.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Financial Times
Germany has approved €50 billion in military purchases, signaling a significant boost in its defense budget and commitment to strengthening its military capabilities.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Japan plans to demonstrate its commitment to strengthening its military capabilities during US President Trump's upcoming visit, including a significant increase in defense spending and strategic cooperation with regional partners, amid regional tensions and evolving warfare threats.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hill
Senate Democrats blocked the annual Defense spending bill, highlighting deteriorating bipartisan relations amid a government shutdown, with debates over package considerations and concerns about military pay and national security.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Defense News
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll announced aggressive reforms to modernize the U.S. Army's procurement and technology systems, emphasizing rapid innovation, reducing reliance on outdated equipment, and adopting Silicon Valley-style approaches to enhance military readiness and efficiency, including streamlining contracts and enabling in-field manufacturing through 3D printing.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Business Insider
Russia's economic growth is slowing and may fall short of the 2% needed to sustain defense and social spending, raising concerns about fiscal stability amid Western sanctions and increased military expenditure. Top business leaders warn that the economy's weak growth could jeopardize funding for key government priorities, prompting discussions of tax hikes to support long-term military financing.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Hindustan Times
Poland is experiencing a surge in voluntary military training and increased defense spending due to fears of Russian aggression, including recent drone incidents and military upgrades along its eastern border, aiming to bolster its NATO defenses amid regional tensions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com
Polish President Karol Nawrocki highlighted Russia's setbacks in Ukraine and past defeats, asserting that Russia is not invincible during a military parade marking the 105th anniversary of Poland's victory over the Red Army, amid heightened tensions and increased military spending by Poland in response to the Ukraine conflict.