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flag UK and Ireland boost defence spending, deepen cybersecurity ties amid rising threats.

flag Both the UK and Ireland are increasing defence spending amid rising global tensions, with Northern Ireland’s defence sector doubling turnover to over £2 billion and Ireland planning to double its budget to €3 billion. flag Despite the UK’s exclusion from a key EU defence programme, both nations are strengthening cooperation, especially in cybersecurity. flag Ireland’s neutrality is being re-evaluated as threats like cyberattacks and disinformation grow, prompting business and policy leaders to urge greater investment for national resilience and economic stability.

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