UK Launches Defence Industrial Council to Boost Innovation and Jobs
The UK government is establishing a Defence Industrial Council to enhance collaboration with tech companies, start-ups, and major defence firms like BAE Systems. Announced by Defence Secretary John Healey, the council will support the upcoming Defence Industrial Strategy, prioritizing UK-based companies to create jobs and strengthen industrial resilience.
The strategy aims to modernize procurement, shifting focus from traditional hardware to software-driven technologies like AI and semiconductors. With new investments from firms like Helsing and Palantir, the initiative aligns defence and economic growth while addressing global security threats.
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