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Torrent of cash for Ukraine weapons puts Pentagon watchdog on high alert

  Bloomberg As the Pentagon rushes to replenish billions of dollars in weapons sent to Ukraine, its inspector general says he’s on high alert for signs of fraud and abuse in the thousands of contracts being awarded. “We have developed a universe of thousands of Ukraine-related contracts” that come in under $2 million each, Acting Inspector General Sean O’Donnell said ...

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Taiwan plans 14% boost in defense spending to counter China

  Bloomberg Taiwan proposed raising its total spending on the military by almost 14% next year, contributing to what’s expected to be a record increase in the government’s budget as it bolsters its defenses from a surge in Chinese military activity. The cabinet signed off on spending plans for 2023 at its weekly meeting Thursday. At a briefing in Taipei, ...

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Bolsonaro’s re-election hinges on aid, moderation of rhetoric, pollster says

  Bloomberg President Jair Bolsonaro’s ability to further gain ground with voters less than six weeks before Brazil’s election depends largely on the impact of economic relief measures and his ability to moderate his rhetoric, according to leading pollster Ipec. Approval of Bolsonaro’s administration has been slowly but surely improving this year and now stands close to 30% — a ...

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