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Europe's defence companies warn that without clearer roles among EU bodies, governments, and NATO, vital projects risk delays and inefficiencies.

The U.S. President's FY26 National Defense Budget requests $1.01 trillion, prioritizing munitions production, naval shipbuilding, hypersonic weapons, and drone dominance to bolster the defense industrial base.[1]

RTX's Raytheon division has been selected to integrate its cutting-edge PhantomStrike radar into the U.S. Air Force's next-generation autonomous fighter jet program.[1]

Japan’s Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency reports a 50% increase in engagement from Southeast Asian governments for Japanese defense technologies at the 2026 Singapore Airshow.

Norway and the United Kingdom have joined the Common Armoured Vehicle System research and development agreement led by Finland to advance modern 6x6 armoured vehicles for European defence needs.

Elbit Systems has been awarded contracts exceeding $100 million by Israel's Ministry of Defense to develop advanced digitization capabilities enhancing IDF digital warfare and border defence.

M-tron Industries' CEO will showcase the company's critical role in defense communications, radar, electronic warfare, and UAV systems at today's major industry conference.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has been chosen by the U.S. Marine Corps to participate in the Collaborative Combat Aircraft initiative, boosting unmanned systems for defence operations.

The Australian Defence Force has commenced its 2026 regional presence deployment program, deploying Anzac-class frigates HMAS Toowoomba and HMAS Warramunga for multinational exercises and engagements across South and Southeast Asia.[3]

Second Front Systems and Valarian announce a strategic partnership to combine their platforms for rapid, secure deployment of commercial defence software in sovereign UK and European environments.

Norway and the United Kingdom have joined the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) multinational research and development agreement, led by Finland, to develop next-generation 6×6 armoured vehicles.

The U.S. Pentagon is conducting performance reviews of major defense contractors like Northrop Grumman to enforce on-time delivery amid Trump's executive order banning stock buybacks and dividends until superior performance is achieved.[1]

The U.S. Pentagon is enhancing its enterprise generative AI platform by incorporating ChatGPT, boosting capabilities in defence IT and digital solutions for operational efficiency.[1]

Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed an MoU with Leonardo to establish a fully integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, targeting advanced AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM models for the Indian Armed Forces.

GXO Logistics announces a new Defense Advisory Board to guide its expansion in advanced logistics for the aerospace and defense sectors.