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Australian defence company NIOA and European firm MBDA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore local production and support of the MISTRAL air defence missile system. Announced at the Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition in Sydney on 5 November 2025, the agreement could see Australia become the first country outside France to manufacture the advanced missile.

UK announces £100 million air defence package for Ukraine to strengthen protection of cities and critical infrastructure

  The package is intended to be deployed rapidly to strengthen Ukraine’s defensive capabilities. It is designed to enhance protection for frontline forces and key national assets against aerial threats. The announcement was made by Keir Starmer during the Joint Expeditionary Force leaders’ meeting in Helsinki. The summit included participation from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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