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Behind the curve: Britain’s defence investment plan in Trump’s world

Behind the curve: Britain’s defence investment plan in Trump’s world. The new defence investment plan is weighed down by the habits of Britain’s defence establishment. By contrast, the British public appear readier to accept change.

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Behind the curve: Britain’s defence investment plan in Trump’s world. The new defence investment plan is weighed down by the habits of Britain’s defence establishment. By contrast, the British public appear readier to accept change.

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Behind the curve: Britain’s defence investment plan in Trump’s world.Supported · Medium-high confidence
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Operational intent is unclear.Public rhetoric may be coercive messaging rather than evidence of a specific near-term action.
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Behind the curve: Britain’s defence investment plan in Trump’s world.
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