Trump administration vows to open Pentagon to defence startups

IANS | July 16, 2026 10:48 AM

Washington, July 16 (IANS) The Trump administration has pledged to overhaul the Pentagon's procurement system to make it easier for defence technology startups and commercial innovators to compete for military contracts, arguing that the United States must move faster to keep pace with rapidly evolving security threats.

Trump bets on AI to transform US military

IANS | July 16, 2026 10:20 AM

Washington, July 16 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said the United States is reshaping its military around artificial intelligence, robotics and other emerging technologies, as his administration seeks to accelerate innovation and prepare the armed forces for the next generation of warfare.

Trump administration seeks record $1.5tn defence budget

IANS | July 16, 2026 8:42 AM

Washington, July 16 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said that his administration would seek a $1.5 trillion defence budget, describing it as a necessary investment to modernise the military, accelerate weapons production and strengthen America's industrial base amid growing global security challenges.