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As the new year starts, the UK defence spending delay continues

6th January 2026

The UK’s defence spending commitments remain uncertain as the government’s Defence Investment Plan, which had been due by the end of 2025, is yet to be published.

Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came to an end with China encircling the country as part of an exercise.

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23rd November 2021

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Serbia looks west and east to strengthen air force

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23rd November 2021

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ROKAF selects ISR aircraft, eyes ISTAR fleet

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ROKAF selects ISR aircraft, eyes ISTAR fleet

22nd November 2021

South Korea's air force is seeking to seriously boost its ISR capability with two new fleets of aircraft. This is in addition to a separate AEW&C programme.

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22nd November 2021

South Korea is building three additional minesweepers, with the first recently handed over to the navy.

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