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focustaiwan.twpolitics9 days ago
UK government says defence budget rose to £80 billion a year
A minister told GB News the government will cover a multi-billion-pound defence funding gap. Officials said the increase builds on earlier spending and a new investment plan.
news.sky.compolitics10 days ago
UK government defence plan leaves £4.7 billion funding gap for next budget
The Defence Investment Plan commits an extra £15 billion to military spending over four years but secures only £10.3 billion. The remaining £4.7 billion will be addressed in the 2026 Budget.
channel4.compolitics10 days ago
UK government outlines £15bn defence funding increase with £4.7bn still to be identified
The government released a Defence Investment Plan that adds £15bn to armed forces funding. Of that total, £10.3bn has been identified while £4.7bn remains to be allocated at the autumn budget.
news.sky.compolitics11 days ago
Britain plans £15 billion defense spending increase over four years
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an extra £15 billion for military modernization. The plan raises annual defense spending to £79 billion by 2029 and sets a target of 3.5 percent of GDP by 2035.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukpolitics31 days ago
Government delays defence investment plan over funding dispute
The government has postponed publication of a long-term defence spending blueprint after the Ministry of Defence requested additional funds. Opposition leaders have criticised the delay and pressed ministers on how any increase would be financed.
dnaindia.compolitics31 days ago
Tanzania to Present 2026/27 Budget in Parliament on 11 June
Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar will table the fiscal plan that sets taxation, spending and economic priorities for the year ahead.
Bloombergworld32 days ago
Chile Suspends 2030 Structural Budget Balance Target Amid Economic Slowdown
The Finance Ministry abandoned its goal of balancing the structural budget by 2030 amid ongoing fiscal pressures and an economic downturn.
Japan Timespolitics39 days ago
Russian Officials Warn Putin Defense Spending Risks Widening Budget Deficit
Finance Ministry and central bank officials have advised the Kremlin that current defense spending levels could push the budget deficit to unsustainable levels. The officials have proposed cuts to defense outlays.
world51 days ago
Treasurer Asked to Release Modeling on Capital Gains Tax Changes
Business groups have called on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to publish modeling on how proposed capital gains tax changes will affect productivity. The government says the changes will support productivity over time by reducing tax-driven investment decisions.
citizen.co.zaworld54 days ago
Nigeria Government Explains Delay in Quarterly Budget Reports
The Federal Government stated that delays in releasing recent Quarterly Budget Implementation Reports followed the extension and re-enactment of the 2025 budget. Officials said fiscal years are defined by legislative provisions rather than the January-to-December calendar.
manilatimes.nettechnology57 days ago
Quantum Cyber N.V. Launches Corporate Website Highlighting Defense Technology Portfolio
Quantum Cyber N.V. (NASDAQ: QUCY) unveiled its new corporate website on May 15, 2026, detailing an AI-powered, quantum-accelerated autonomous defense platform. The launch from West Palm Beach, Florida, coincides with the Trump administration's proposed $55 billion fiscal 2027 bud…
whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.comworld59 days ago
CBO Estimates $1.2 Trillion Cost For Proposed Golden Dome Missile Defense System
The Congressional Budget Office released a cost estimate of $1.191 trillion over 20 years for a notional National Missile Defense System aligned with the Trump administration's Golden Dome initiative. The estimate centers on a constellation of 7,800 space-based interceptors that…
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Al Jazeeraworld59 days ago
Tens of Thousands Protest in Argentina Against University Funding Cuts
Tens of thousands marched in cities across Argentina on May 13, 2026, to oppose government cuts to public university funding. Demonstrators cited declining staff wages and the government's refusal to implement a congressional law on university financing. Public universities in Ar…
jurist.orgpolitics60 days ago
Kenya MPs Question IEBC Over Proposed Sh13 Billion Increase in 2027 Election Budget
Members of Parliament questioned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission over plans to raise its budget by more than Sh13 billion to Sh74.8 billion for the 2027 general election. IEBC officials cited needs to expand polling stations, add voter registration centres, en…
thehindu.comworld61 days ago
Tanzania Health Ministry Outlines 11 Priorities for 2026/27 Budget
The Ministry for Health presented its budget review for the current financial year and estimates for 2026/27 to Parliament in Dodoma. Officials said the government will focus on expanding access to quality health services in urban and rural areas through 11 priorities.
japantoday.comfinance66 days ago
Australia Plans $7 Billion Investment in National Fuel Reserve
The Australian government announced a plan to spend A$10 billion, equivalent to $7 billion, on building a national fuel stockpile to cover at least 50 days of demand. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the initiative aims to enhance energy security amid ongoing challenges. Th…
washingtonpost.comworld68 days ago
Kenyan Senator Urges Focus on Completing Ongoing Projects and Pending Bills in 2026/2027 Budget
Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina called for prioritizing completion of ongoing initiatives and settling pending bills over new projects in Kenya's upcoming budget. He criticized the Treasury's use of Article 223 for off-budget spending. The remarks follow the Cabinet's endorsement o…
rte.ieworld81 days ago
French Finance Minister Estimates Middle East War Impact on Budget at Up to €6 Billion
France's finance minister has estimated that the ongoing war in the Middle East could affect the country's budget by as much as €6 billion. The estimate comes amid recent regional conflicts. Officials provided no further details on the specific budgetary areas impacted.
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techjuice.pkworld86 days ago
UK Chancellor Signals Reluctance to Raise Taxes or Borrow for Military Spending Increase
The UK Chancellor indicated hesitation to increase taxes or government borrowing to fund accelerated military spending. This comes as the government evaluates options to speed up planned defense budget increases following the Iran war.
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