New Zealand To Invest In Drones, Fleet To Shield Maritime Routes

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New Zealand plans to invest approximately NZ$1.6 billion in enhancing its maritime security through the acquisition of drones and naval upgrades. This initiative aims to protect its maritime routes.

By Michael Heath May 23, 2026 (Bloomberg) —New Zealand intends to spend about NZ$1.6 billion ($936 million) on drones, ship maintenance and naval upgrades to bolster the island nation’s maritime security...