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The F-35 fighter jet programme is facing new obstacles in implementing a critical software update, compromising combat capabilities while costs continue to rise.
The Minister of Defence went to Parliament to answer questions from MPs, but kept everything secret, stating that he would only reveal the details of the €5.8 billion investments in military equipment after the contracts are signed, perhaps by the end of April. For the first time, he shed light on the total costs including interest.
The Minister of Defence appeared before Parliament to answer questions from deputies but kept the details secret, stating he would only reveal the specifics of the €5.8 billion investment in military equipment after the contracts are signed, likely by the end of April. For the first time, he disclosed the total costs including interest.
The NATO Secretary-General repeats the call for Atlantic Alliance member states to invest in defence and accelerate arms production. Mark Rutte underlines the need for everyone to be prepared.
Asks whether the PRR (Recovery and Resilience Plan) is being diverted towards war-related purposes rather than serving the country.
Next-generation vessels will cost around €100 million each and are expected to arrive in Portugal in April 2028 (Navio Luís de Camões) and December 2028 (Navio D. Dinis).
Nuno Melo emphasises that 'over the next five years, by the end of the decade in 2030, twelve new ships will be delivered to the Navy': 'It's no small matter.'
