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Norway to Double Howitzer Fleet Amid Security Threats

4/5/2025

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Norway is set to bolster its military strength by nearly doubling its K9 Thunder howitzer fleet, acquiring 24 new units from Hanwha Aerospace for NOK 5.65 billion ($534 million). This strategic move, part of a NOK 17 billion defense budget proposal, comes in response to escalating security threats, especially from Russia, and awaits Parliament's approval.

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Norway is set to bolster its military strength by nearly doubling its K9 Thunder howitzer fleet, acquiring 24 new units from Hanwha Aerospace for NOK 5.65 billion ($534 million). This strategic move, part of a NOK 17 billion defense budget proposal, comes in response to escalating security threats, especially from Russia, and awaits Parliament's approval.