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Prized fighter
Agile and intuitive, Saab’s new Gripen E jet is set to bolster Sweden’s defence capabilities and – if the buyers meet strict criteria – its coffers too.
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Britain signs naval partnership with Ukraine aboard HMS Defender, promising frigate upgrades and new Black Sea bases to counter Russian maritime harassment of commercial shipping.
Defence
France reveals details of its €7bn next-generation aircraft carrier, due in 2038, as nations worldwide invest in naval power despite growing threats from hypersonic missiles.
Fight your corner
Trump called the organisation ‘obsolete’ but Nato secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg says the alliance is stronger than ever and ready to deal with cyber threats, bullying nations and the shifting global balance of power.
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The UK rethinks its defence strategy, South Korea stocks up and North Macedonia takes its Nato commitments seriously.
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The US Navy considers renaming some of its ships; Chile purchases some new missiles for its second-hand frigate; Russia’s fighter jet finds its market.
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Luxembourg’s defence minister talks about going green, India invests in homegrown jets and Greece places a big order.
Be prepared
In Finland, national security concerns more than just the military. That’s why the country has a dedicated invitation-only course that teaches CEOs, MPs and other decision-makers how to keep society functioning during a crisis.
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Russia takes an interest in CAR, Denmark’s mission to Greenland and Romania buys missiles.
Under the influence
Isolationism has taken the shine off the perception of the US. But its foreign policy remains tightly interwoven with much of the world. As a new president takes office, what do its allies want?
