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Inside this issue

• An analysis of a superpower’s uncertain future

• Why private investment is receiving a warm welcome in China

• The US drive to repair a battered force - -

CONTENTS

Emerging markets to outbid Pentagon

The industry remains strong, but focus is shifting east, write James Boxell and Demetri Sevastopulo

The US: Economic bastion prepares for slowdown

Alex Ashbourne on the preparations for a downsize in conflict

China eases law on private investment

Mure Dickie reports on a softening of policy

US procurement: Conflict bruises forces and budgets

Repair is a priority, writes Stephanie Kirchgaessner

The UK: Drayson battles bureaucracy for change

James Boxell looks at how the minister has fared during 18 months in the role

Procurement: UK risks being caught short

Estimates predict a budget shortfall, says James Boxell

Armoured vehicle revamp offers serious business

James Boxell reports on the final stages of the 3,000-vehicle overhaul of the Future Rapid Effect System

New providers: Private sector continues to struggle for contracts

Viable markets are restricted to satellite systems and services, says Francis Tusa

Petrodollars: Oil rich states step up market presence

Regional instability is encouraging many to invest more in their defence capabilities, writes Simeon Kerr

A matter of safety in numbers

There is a need for better transatlantic cooperation in the defence market, says guest columnist Denis Ranque

Armoured vehicle revamp offers serious business

High water mark for battlefield electronics

Lines are drawn for warzone of the future

Uncertain times ahead for missile sales

US drones in tug of war