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Japan flag. Japan has announced plans to lift its ban on lethal weapons exports.
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April 23, 2026April 23, 2026By Miles Jamison0

Japan Moves to Lift Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports Amid Security Shift

Japan has unveiled plans to end its longstanding restrictions on exporting lethal weapons, as part of a broader shift away from the nation’s postwar pacifist stance, CNBC reported Tuesday. What Prompted the Policy Shift? Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the move reflects a changing security landscape in which partner countries must work together to strengthen defense ties. In a statement posted...

Dan Jarvis, U.K. minister for security. Jarvis unveiled the Cyber Resilience Pledge
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April 23, 2026April 23, 2026By Elodie Collins0

UK Security Minister Calls for Industry Cooperation in Building AI-Powered Cyber Defense

Dan Jarvis, the United Kingdom’s security minister, has called on technology companies to work with the government in building artificial intelligence-powered cyber defense that would protect the nation’s critical networks. Jarvis also unveiled the Cyber Resilience Pledge to strengthen cybersecurity across the private sector and announced an approximately $121.4 million investment to bolster the capability of small and medium-sized businesses...

Australia flag. Australia has allocated up to $5 billion for the development and deployment of counter-drone technologies.
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April 21, 2026April 21, 2026By Kristen Smith0

Australia Invests Up to $5B to Strengthen Counter-Drone Capabilities

Australia is expanding its counter-drone capabilities, committing up to $5 billion over the next decade to strengthen sovereign defense systems and respond to evolving battlefield threats. The Albanese government said Tuesday the investment will fund the development and deployment of advanced counter-unmanned aerial system technologies for the Australian Defence Force, building on priorities outlined in the 2026 National Defence Strategy...

 

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