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- On January 27, 2026, Norway's parliament approved a $2 billion artillery procurement to strengthen defense against Russia.
- The decision reflects a European trend of higher military spending amid U.S. pressures and concerns over Russia.
- Norway selected South Korea's Hanwha Aerospace Chunmoo, offering a 500 km range and faster delivery than Lockheed Martin's HIMARS.
- Norway plans to acquire 16 launch systems and additional rockets, with the winner to be announced soon.
