Resources
Defence Industry

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


