New Zealand

Navy frigate decision looms as Pacific security threats escalate

New Zealand faces a $12 billion military choice between Japanese frigates and lower-cost drones.

Skinny McBuntu

New Zealand is confronting a major defence spending decision as Pacific security threats intensify. The country must choose between high-tech Japanese frigates and lower-cost drone alternatives, with the decision carrying a $12 billion price tag.

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Navy frigate decision looms as Pacific security threats escalate

Comment: NZ faces a $12b military choice between high-tech Japanese frigates and lower-cost drones

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