by | Dec 6, 2024 | Security
ROME — Ahead of a crucial vote in Romania on Sunday that could see a NATO-skeptic, Putin-friendly candidate elected president, a leading Romanian defense expert has said the Atlantic alliance’s growing ties to the country are not at risk. Iulian Chifu, a former...
by | Dec 5, 2024 | Security
French technology company Safran is significantly expanding its defense and space business in the United States, including investments in manufacturing across several states. Newly branded Safran Defense & Space Inc. will focus on bringing its high-tech solutions...
by | Dec 5, 2024 | Security
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — The Australian government has shortlisted German and Japanese shipbuilders for Australia’s Sea 3000 frigate project, as Korean and Spanish contenders fell by the wayside. Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has offered the MEKO A-200...
by | Dec 5, 2024 | Security
BERLIN — The German government has vowed to boost vital sectors of the country’s defense industry while deepening cooperation with European allies, officials announced on Wednesday. In a new policy document, the outgoing administration of Chancellor Olaf Scholz...
by | Dec 5, 2024 | Security
PARIS — The Netherlands won’t be able to spend €750 million (US$790 million) of military aid planned for Ukraine this year because of the tight global market for defense equipment, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said. Military aid for Ukraine has shifted from...
