John Healey outlines future of defence with launch of industrial strategy launch

The video discusses the UK's new defense industrial strategy aimed at boosting economic growth and job creation. It outlines guiding principles, including increased investment in UK-based businesses, learning from Ukraine's innovation pace, and strengthening industry support for armed forces. The government commits to raising defense spending to 2.5% of GDP, emphasizing collaboration with industry and investors. A new Defense Industrial Joint Council will redefine government-industry relations. War gaming exercises with industry players aim to address global threats and ensure supply chain resilience.

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