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Lithuania Boosts Defense Budget Amid Rising Tensions

7/8/2025

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Lithuania is ramping up its defense efforts, with a budget of £2.5bn that dedicates 3% of its GDP to military spending, poised to increase to 5.5%. As regional tensions with Russia escalate, companies like Astrolight are pioneering laser communication technology, bolstering secure military communications and intelligence capabilities.

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Lithuania is ramping up its defense efforts, with a budget of £2.5bn that dedicates 3% of its GDP to military spending, poised to increase to 5.5%. As regional tensions with Russia escalate, companies like Astrolight are pioneering laser communication technology, bolstering secure military communications and intelligence capabilities.