New Zealand to invest in drones and fleet to shield maritime routes

🌐 The Japan Times (NZ) —

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New Zealand plans to enhance its maritime security by investing in drone technology to monitor crucial sea routes. This initiative involves the development of two distinct types of drones to ensure comprehensive coverage of the Pacific and Southern Ocean.

Defense Minister Chris Penk said the government will invest in two types of drones: one for the southwest Pacific and another that can operate from ships in the Southern Ocean.

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