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Labor to boost defence spending by $53bn over next decade – but plan still short of Donald Trump’s demands
Australia's Labor government will increase defense spending by $53 billion over the next decade, raising it to about 2.4% of GDP, but falling short of Donald Trump's 3.5% demand. The strategy includes using private capital for defense projects and focuses on drones and AUKUS submarine preparations.
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Labor to boost defence spending by $53bn over next decade – but plan still short of Donald Trump’s demands
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