Simon Case: If you want peace, prepare for war
The General & the Journalist
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Navigating Defense Spending and Nuclear Deterrence
This chapter examines the UK's defense and security landscape, addressing key challenges such as budgeting, recruitment, and modernization needs. It highlights the ongoing debate over increasing defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, questioning its sufficiency in meeting future threats while also delving into the complexities of the UK's nuclear deterrent strategy. The discussion emphasizes the vital balance between conventional and nuclear capabilities, the implications of sourcing from allies, and the importance of maintaining ambiguity in national security policy.
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