Britain’s new jet must prepare for Russia–China threat:
Witnesses told the House of Lords that Britain’s Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) must be fully funded ...
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Strategic Air Power Against Russia-China ThreatsGCAP demands up to £100 billion investment by 2030 to strengthen UK’s air defence amid growing Russia-China military ties.
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- The Global Combat Air Programme must receive full funding and strategic focus to address security challenges from Russia-China cooperation.
- Exiting international fighter projects risks diminishing the UK’s status within NATO and global influence.
- Investment in GCAP is projected at £80–100 billion by 2030, with substantial economic returns to the UK domestic industry.
- The intertwined threats from China and Russia require GCAP and broader European rearmament to be prioritized strategically.
If we did not have the F-35 programme, we would not have a fifth-generation aircraft, end of.— Dr. Sophy Antrobus, King's College London, discussing the importance of international fighter programmes for the UK's defense capabilities.
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