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The white paper for France assesses not only defense issues but also the risks and threats that the nation could be exposed to due to the rising incidence of terrorism and organized crime.

The Australian Defense Force's 'Defense 2000 - Our Future Defense Force' white paper is discussed, including plans for stability in Southeast Asia, other regional threats, and defense capability planning for the Army, Navy and Air Force. Plans to buy new equipment are mentioned.

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A summary of the main provisions of the report of the tasks and size of the armed forces, personnel policy and objectives for change is presented.

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The article presents the 2016 Defence White Paper of Australia which discusses the investment of the government on defence capabilities for the enhancement of national security. Topics discussed include the focus of the government on the safety of the communities, the economic transformation in Australia and the lndo-Pacific region, and the improvement of the cyber workforce and systems to respond to cyber attack.

Introduces the all-weather writing paper from J. L. Darling Corp. Paper features; Advantages of the paper; Collaboration of the company with the members of the U.S. military in developing the paper.

The article offers information on the white paper published by the German government which feature its security policy and the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr). It mentions that the 2016 white paper highlights the increasing violence in the security environment of the country brought by the Russian government in the European continent.

The article reports on the Malaysia's Pakatan Harapan coalition government's announcement of its intention to create a Defence White Paper in 2019 as part of its agenda. Topics include the document is to state the country's defence policy and the challenges it faces in defence, as well as outlining the capabilities and development of the Malaysian armed forces.

The article offers the author's insights on the 2016 Defence White Paper plan to ensure safety and security in Australia. Topics include the membership of the Five-Eyes community, better relationship with the U.S., and engagement with partners across the Indo-Pacific including Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea.

The article reports on the release of the 2010 White Paper of the South Korean Ministry of Defence.

The article focuses on perspective of Irish Minister for Defence Alan Shatter related to the defence budget allocation for 2014, as of December 2013.

Information about several papers discussed at the International Forum for the Military Training, Education and Simulation Sectors (ITEC) 2016 held in London, England is presented. Topics include military exercise, retirement of experienced personnel, and terrorism and insurgency. The forum featured several speakers including Frank DiGiovanni, Karl Engelbrekston, and Bruce Hedley.

The article reports that Australian Defence Force is undergoing a complete military modernisation and overhaul of its equipment that will transform its capabilities over the next 20 years into those comparable with a major European power. It mentions Royal Australian Navy (RAN) was initiated by an earlier Defence White Paper in vessels to replace the RAN's old PERTH-class destroyers with a new anti-air warfare (AAW) capability. It also mentions BAE Systems for a class of nine vessels.

The article presents an analysis of the Defence Review approved by the South African Cabinet in March 17, 2014. Topics disucssed include a paper by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) regarding the need to invest in its military South Africa, the National Development Plan 2030, and depletion of ammunition stocks by South African Army. It also highlights about a strategic communication intervention by the U.S. Department of Defence.

The article focuses on the Australia's Defence White Paper (DWP), which found ADF (Australian Defence Force) essential for security interests of the country. It offers information on the JP2048 Amphibious Deployment and Sustainment System programme, under which the ADF will be capable to accommodate force of up to 2,600 personnel, the HOBART-class destroyers being built by ASC AWD Shipbuilder Ltd. for ADF, and the introduction of 12 EA-18G GROWLER electronic attack aircraft by ADF.

The article focuses on the defence forces of several countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Brunei along with brief information on the countries. It offers information on the military personnel, budget and the government of the countries. It also mentions that Brunei's first Defence "White Paper" was released in July 2004 which lists security priorities such as drug trafficking, terrorism and illegal fishing.

The article presents an adaptation from the government of Papua New Guinea's (PNG) first Defence White Paper unveiled on December 20, 2013. It mentions that the PNG's Defence Policy is based on several strategic imperatives which include defending Papua New Guinea, civil emergency assistance and nation building. It also adds the relationship between the U.S. and China.

Information about several papers discussed at defence and security event DSEi 2013 from 10-13 September, 2013 at ExCeL London is presented. Military technology discussed include Royal Navy's frigates based upon BAE Systems' Global Combat Ship (GCS),VeeCraft Marine (PTY) Ltd 's SEA SCORPION armoured patrol boat and Naval Weapons Raytheon company's Standard Misslle-3 (SM-3) Block IA missile.

Information about several papers discussed at the 11th International Defence Industry Fair that was held between 7-10 May, 2013 in Istanbul is presented. It exhibited the military technology ranging from MBTs to UAVs from Turkish companies, defence products from United Arab Emirates (UAE) companies and Turkey's first cruise missile by Roketsan AS. The fair featured several defence manufacturing companies including Pakistan and Netherlands.

The article offers information on Bulgaria including its government, economy and defense. It states that its representative president is elected by popular vote and prime minister is nominated by the parliament. According to 2010 estimates, its gross domestic product (GDP) was 96.78 billion dollars and imports were 23.86 billion dollars. It highlights that the Defense White Paper mentions that the armed forces will have a unified command.

Information about several papers discussed at the 10th International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) and inaugural Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX) held March 20-24, 2011 on the growing technology in the United Arab of Emirates (UAE) is presented. Topics include UAE's defence capabilities such as indoor and outdoor exhibition space and coastal security systems. The conference featured several exhibitors including Quantum Marine, Solas Marine Services, and Finmeccanica SpA.

Information about several papers discussed at the Second Annual Military Vehicles Exhibition and Conference that was held at the Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan from August 10-13, 2010. Topics include the manufacturing and maintenance of military ground vehicles, modernisation of weapon systems and military training and simulation. The conference was participated by 263 companies in the defence industries.

The article offers information on the structure of the defence forces in France. It states that White Paper, a new document was brought out in 2008 designated to take account of the global changes as well as to ponder on the emergence of new threats and crises such as terrorism and organised crime. An overview of the country's general data, government and economy is also presented.

The article presents a paper regarding the future requirements for airspace surveillance to support the management of the air warfare, the options for future surveillance sensors and how they contribute to compliance with the requirements. It seeks to address the airspace surveillance necessary to sustain warfare and non-warfare missions, the limitations of current sensor types and the technical sensor based options to meet the future requisites.

The article offers information on political structure and national defenses in European countries including Albania, Austria, and Belgium. Albania's head of state is President Alfred Mosiu, while Austria is headed by Federal President Heinz Fisher. In Belgium, H. M. King Albert II is the head of state. INSETS: Under the Defence Agreement (2005-2009);"White Paper 2006 on German Security Policy and the ….

The article evaluates several chemical detection equipment including colorimetric tubes from Draeger and RAE Systems, lightweight chemical agent detector by Sensor Research and Development Corp. and M8 & M9 chemical agent detection papers.

The article focuses on the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference held in Orlando, Florida. The 2005 exhibition was abut 20 percent larger than in 2004. The event attracted 16,000 visitors from 43 countries. A total of 141 papers were presented at the conference in six subject streams.

The article presents information on the 16th annual International Training and Education Conference and exhibition held in Amsterdam from 26-28 April 2005. Conference activities included 101 papers presented in four different streams on subjects varying from electronic-learning through training by simulation, to training in the live environment. Special conference events included tutorials and presentations on subjects such as data interchange for simulations, training for military operational readiness, and training for military maintenance personnel.

Reports on the reduction in the British military structure and material inventory. Introduction of the Defence Command Paper entitled "Delivering Security in a Changing World: Future Capabilities"; Rationale behind the British defense cuts; Modernization of the British Army; Political aspects of the British defense cuts.

The article focuses on the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian defence policy. Topics discussed include Australian defence policy's focus on self-reliance, Australia's National Security Policy, and the 2013 Defence White Paper released by Australia which focused on security and defence cooperation of country with its neighbors.

The article offers information on the utilization of Helmet- or Head-Mounted Display (HMD) in soldier modernization programmes in the U.S. It states that HMD is a unique display used to monitor vital information in screen or paper maps. Meanwhile, information regarding the PROVIEW SO35-MV's AMOLED display from Rockwell Collins Inc. is presented.

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The article discusses the Germany's defense white paper "Countering security threats...to our free and safe world trade and supply routes" published on July 13, 2016. Topics discussed include call for Germany to increase its annual defense spending, promotion of its ability to use nuclear weapons by the U.S. decision of German Chancellor Angela Merkel to open Germany's borders to refugees.

The article offers information on the structure of the defence forces in Ireland. The primary mission of the White Paper on Defence is to defend the region against armed aggression, render aid to civil power and to participate in multi-national peace support. In addition, the Minister for Foreign Affairs has the overall responsibility for international security policy. An overview of the country's general data, government and economy is presented.

An interview with retired Brigadier General Helmut Harff in Germany is presented. When asked about the current status of the German industry and authorities' security strategy, he refers to the composition of an all-embracing position paper about the significance of the country's security. He assumes that its publication is either by the end of 2007 or in the first six months of 2008. He believes that Great Britain and France are more generous and flexible to react adequately to the challenges.

The article reports on the Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) conference and exhibition held in Naples, Italy. Neil Thackray, chief executive officer (CEO) of Nexus Media Communications, welcomed companies and opened the exhibition during the opening ceremony while Italian National Armament director general Gianni Botondi delivered a short address. Georgio Rittore, UDT chairman, stated that there were 100 plus exhibitors and 200 plus papers presented in the event.

The article discusses the aspect of civil-military relations, which affect the balance between a pragmatic approach and the safeguarding of humanitarian principles in responding to complex emergencies and natural disasters. It mentioned the creation of IASC Reference Paper, which serve as a practical tool for civil-military interaction. It is stated that mutual understanding and awareness will help civil-military relations move forward in a constructive and coordinated way.

Information about several papers discussed at the conference of the Joint Air Power Competence Centre (JAPCC) on October 17-19, 2006 in Kalkar, Germany. Discussions include the exploitation of the Unmanned Aerospace Capabilities and the introduction of the JAPCC's "Flight Plan," for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems. It featured HansJoachim Schubert who formally opened the conference, William T. Hobbins and Lance L. Smith.