defense procurement
Coverage of defense procurement in the Nexus archive.
- Hundreds protest in Kyiv over Zelenskyy’s dismissal of defence minister
Hundreds protested in Kyiv over President Zelenskyy’s dismissal of the defense minister. Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed official, has been credited with reforming defense procurement and tackling corruption.
- Germany Warns EU Defense Procurement Drive Risks Stifling Innovation
Germany warns the EU that a single defense procurement model risks stifling innovation, advocating instead for financing competing technologies. Berlin cites Ukraine’s wartime approach as evidence that innovation thrives through competition, emphasizing the need for faster, less bureaucratic defense rearmament.
- Nato summit delivers unity and billions in defence deals, Rutte says
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated the summit in Ankara demonstrated unity and produced over $50 billion in defense procurement deals, while defending US President Donald Trump's criticism of the alliance.
- Nato opens its cheque books in bid to keep Trump engaged
NATO is increasing funding to maintain engagement with Donald Trump. Poland has joined a UK-led initiative for joint European defense procurement.
- Latin America Defense Monitor — June 14–22, 2026
Latin America's defense sector focused on military procurement and security policy developments during June 14–22, 2026. Chile was identified as a potential buyer of defense equipment, while the region assessed the costs of past procurement decisions.
- Italy Cancels Boeing Pegasus Order, Shifting to Airbus A330 MRTT
Italy has canceled its order for Boeing Pegasus tankers and will instead procure Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft, marking a significant shift in defense procurement aligned with NATO.