Darwin Plus projects in Falklands, and UK Prime Minister’s ODA (Development Assistance) Announcement

Thursday, April 24th 2025 - 18:10 UTC

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On the 25 February, the UK Prime Minister announced that the UK will increase defence spending to 2.5% of UK gross national income (GNI) from 2027. This will fund the capabilities, technology and industrial capacity vital to keep the UK and allies safe amid an era of renewed state conflict. Read full article

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with millions of pounds in government reserve funds built up by year on year surpluses both planned and unplanned the falklands does not need any oda. falklands gdp per capita was £76k in 2022 which is more than double the uk figure of £37k. instead falklands should be required to contribute 2.5% of gdp towards the cost of defence spending as should other bots. the freedom of the western world depends upon it.
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