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The UK's defence landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, as indicated by the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) launched on 2 June 2025.
This review is a comprehensive examination of the UK's defence posture, covering strategy, force design, procurement, and industry relationships.
- It shifts the focus from periodic equipment updates to a holistic assessment of threats, including high-intensity peer conflict and hybrid warfare.
- The SDR aims to adapt the Armed Forces to a rapidly evolving security environment.
The SDR commits to increasing defence spending to 2.5 percent of GDP by 2027, with an ambition to reach 3 percent in the next Parliament.
Author's summary: UK defence landscape is changing with new Strategic Defence Review.