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Can defense investment strengthen economies along as security?

Governments that direct their increased defense spending toward skills, systems and supply chains, along with equipment, will provide value beyond deterrence.

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In a volatile world, resilience depends not only on front-line capability, but on secure digital systems, cyber readiness and institutions that can adapt quickly. When invested domestically, this defense spending can also boost jobs and strengthen economies.

Defense leaders are strengthening the systems behind capability. Those moving fastest are using technology-enabled transformation to detect risks sooner and respond quickly, building institutions that keep up with an increasingly complex threat environment.

Luke Healy
EY Global Government Defense
and National Security Leader

Turning cybersecurity into organizational strength

As cyber threats grow and become more sophisticated, cybersecurity must shift from basic protection and compliance to being a key enabler of strength and stability. Catherine Friday, EY Global Government and Public Sector Leader, explains how in this TechRadar article.

Strengthening defense systems, not just the front line

Increasing spending on weapons and front-line equipment alone won’t be enough to improve security across Europe. Governments must build agility and flexibility into the whole system, from sourcing to skills development.

The economics of defense

Targeted defense investment can strengthen economies — boosting productivity, skills and domestic capability. Discover how aligning spending with design, manufacturing and workforce priorities can convert security investment into long-term economic value in the UK.

Delivering a country’s most complex programs

Australia’s upcoming defense strategy will set a clear path to resilience, but to realize its ambition, the government will need to mobilize the public and private sectors in a coordinated way. Discover six principals from other large infrastructure programs that can help.