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Australia Invests $2 Billion in Drone Manufacturing Program

4/14/2026

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Australia will invest at least $2 billion in drones under the Integrated Investment Program, raising drone spending to a minimum of $12 billion over the next decade.
Defence Minister Richard Marles will unveil the program alongside the 2026 National Defence Strategy.
Australia aims to build local expertise in drone manufacturing and pursues export opportunities.

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Australia will invest at least $2 billion in drones under the Integrated Investment Program, raising drone spending to a minimum of $12 billion over the next decade.
Defence Minister Richard Marles will unveil the program alongside the 2026 National Defence Strategy.
Australia aims to build local expertise in drone manufacturing and pursues export opportunities.