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The United States Space Force
America’s newest military branch guards the satellites that make modern war possible. Can it keep them safe in the next great-power conflict?
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The Chinese Nuclear Industry
China is building reactors faster, cheaper, and at greater scale than any other country. But can nuclear really replace coal, or is this about something…
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British Nuclear Weapons
The high cost and hollow independence of Britain’s nuclear deterrent.
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MBDA - Complex Weapons Systems
MBDA builds Europe’s most advanced missiles, but can Europe really wage war without America’s military and industrial might?
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The Global Combat Air Programme
Britain, Japan, and Italy are building the Tempest fighter under GCAP, but can they afford it - and what happens if they fail?
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The People's Liberation Army Air Force
China’s air force is rapidly modernizing, with advanced fighters, long-range missiles, and a growing drone fleet. But can the PLAAF truly challenge the…
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
MHI is a vital Japanese defense, shipbuilding and energy company. It plays a crucial role in arming Western militaries and powering growing energy…
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