Routledge Defence Procurement and Industry Policy - Small Country Perspective

Defence Procurement and Industry Policy: A small country perspective by Routledge examines the unique challenges smaller industrial nations face when acquiring weapons systems and military technology. Unlike superpower defence spending, which receives extensive analysis, smaller countries navigate distinct procurement complexities involving economic constraints, technological limitations and political sensitivities. This volume presents a comprehensive framework for understanding defence procurement decisions in smaller economies, combining theoretical analysis with practical country, industry and project case studies. It explores how smaller nations form national defence strategies, manage procurement processes and balance military capability requirements against budgetary realities. Essential for defence policy makers, government procurement specialists, industry professionals and academics studying defence economics, this Routledge publication provides actionable insights into the procurement policies and strategies that shape smaller country defence industries.