New Zealand unveils defence boost for fleet and drones
Published on: May 23, 2026, 3:12 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
* Budget funding will also cover critical maintenance on the Anzac-class frigates and HMNZS Canterbury to extend the life of ships until they are replaced. * Penk said total new investment in defence has reached NZ$5.8 billion since the Defence Capability Plan was released just over a year ago.
