With recession looming large amid the coronavirus-driven downturn, defence budgets around the globe will not be immune from cutbacks over the coming years, as economic realities force a rethink of programmes and capabilties. Our overview details some of the key issues facing the US Department of Defense as it pivots attention towards countering great power rivals China and Russia, along with the likely priorities for militaries in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.

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