EU plans significant increase in defence spending

Mar 21, 2025

The European Union is set to significantly increase its defence spending, allocating Euro 800 billion (USD 868 billion) over the next four years.

Biden expresses hope Japan would increase defence spending amid China's rise

Nov 28, 2021

Washington [US], November 28 : US President Joe Biden expressed his hope that Japan would increase its defence budget during a phone call with...

Amid rising tensions with China, Taiwan unveils record defence budget

Aug 14, 2020

Taipei [Taiwan], August 14 : As tensions with China escalates, Taiwan has unveiled a budget with a 10 per cent increase in defence spending...

Donald Trump urges NATO nations to increase defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP

Jan 23, 2025

US President Donald Trump delivered virtual remarks to the World Economic Forum on Thursday and highlighted the swift changes he has brought into the...

Japan Cabinet approves 2023 draft budget at USD 862 billion with record defence allocation

Dec 23, 2022

The growth of the defence budget is connected with the government's decision to ensure an increase in defence spending to 2 per cent of...

Defence Chiefs of Japan, US discuss concerns over China radar row

Dec 12, 2025

During the call, Hegseth and his Japanese counterpart discussed Japan's efforts to increase its defence spending and strengthen its capabilities, China's military activities, and...