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Defence Secretary announces £5 billion investment for military drones and lasers

Defence Secretary announces £5 billion investment for military drones and lasers

The funding, announced by Defence Secretary John Healey, includes £4 billion for drones and autonomous systems, and an extra £1 billion for lasers to protect British ships and soldiers

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