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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 30 MIN

Is the UK military strong enough?

from Independent Thinking · host Chatham House

With the UK pledging to increase defence spending to levels not seen since the Cold War, what does the future of British defence look like? In this episode, we discuss the evolving nature of warfare, the impact of technology on modern battlefields, and whether Britain is truly prepared for the next conflict. Joining Bronwen Maddox are Sir John Sawers, former head of MI6; James Heappey, former Armed Forces Minister; and Chatham House experts Samir Puri and Olivia O'Sullivan. Read our latest: Picking up the pieces after the Trump–Zelenskyy summit: Europe has mobilized, but the road will be bumpy What Ukraine can teach Europe and the world about innovation in modern warfare Europe must take the gamble and engage with China on Ukraine Presented by Bronwen Maddox. Produced by John Pollock with Indio Media. Read the Winter issue of The World Today  Listen to The Climate Briefing podcast 🎧  Listen to Africa Aware podcast 🎧 Subscribe to Independent Thinking wherever you find your podcasts - please listen, review, and subscribe.

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