Tag: military_modernization
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Department of War Obligates 97.5% of $152.4 Billion OBBBA Funding Before FY 2026 Close
The Department of War obligated $148.5 billion of the $152.4 billion authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act before Fiscal Year 2026 ended, with the Navy and Air Force each hitting 99.2%.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMilitaryFederal GovernmentEconomyCongress Department of WarOne Big Beautiful Bill ActJules Wilson Hurst IIIdefense funding obligationFiscal Year 2026Pete Hegsethmilitary modernizationU.S. Department of War
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Department of War Invests Millions to Modernize Pine Bluff Arsenal Production
The Department of War is investing nearly $19 million, with Army support, to upgrade Pine Bluff Arsenal's smoke grenade production. This five-year project modernizes facilities and equipment, enhancing safety and capacity for critical defense materiel.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitary U.S. Department of WarPine Bluff ArsenalIndustrial Base Analysis and SustainmentSmoke GrenadesDefense Industrial BaseMilitary ModernizationArkansas
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U.S. and Thailand Strengthen Defense Alliance, Eye Modernization
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Thai Minister of Defence Adul Boonthamcharoen met to bolster their alliance, committing to a new Joint Vision Statement and expanding defense cooperation, including $68 million in military financing.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMilitaryAsiaTrade Pete HegsethAdul BoonthamcharoenThailandDefense CooperationMilitary ModernizationForeign Military FinancingU.S. Department of War