The devil was in the waivers: How new minerals procurement rules will change the game

For years, defense contractors have operated under a law that was supposed to keep Chinese, Russian, North Korean and Iranian materials out of American weapons system — but real-world implementation has been elusive. President Donald Trump’s July 20 executive order, “Securing America’s Defense Supply Chains and Ensuring Domestic Acquisition of Critical Materials,” is a serious…

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From prototypes to production: US Air Force seeks nearly $1B for initial CCA procurement

For the first time, the U.S. Air Force is asking Congress to fund the purchase of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, marking the beginning of the “loyal wingman” era. The service’s fiscal 2027 budget request includes $996.5 million in procurement funding to begin production of Increment 1 Collaborative Combat Aircraft, plus $150 million in advance procurement for…

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DAC Approves Procurement of 31 Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts, 120 Fast Interceptor Craft & EWS For Su-30MKI

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) of India has not too long ago accepted important procurement tasks aimed toward enhancing the nation’s defence capabilities. This resolution, made on December 3, 2024, contains the acquisition of assorted naval and air pressure property totalling over ₹21,772 crore. Water Jet Quick Assault Crafts (NWJFACs) Amount: 31 models These crafts…

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