Allied nations modernize defense procurement strategies

Multiple U.S. allies and partners are reshaping their military equipment acquisitions through new defense contracts and agreements. The U.S. is simultaneously expanding low-cost missile production with domestic defense contractors while allies like Italy, Sweden, and Indonesia pursue equipment from European and Turkish suppliers.

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