After announcing the half a million cut in the Clone Army's manpower yesterday today the Clone Defence Forces set out how they will spend the 3 billion zarks saved by this and some other changes. They were keen to emphasise the fact the defence budget was not being cut but any increases are currently below inflation and the only way the armed forces can raise funds is by cutting one area and sending the savings to somewhere else.
As well as an increase in new tank production the Z26 Halogen production line is to be stepped up with 100 new Z26WNM multi-mission helicopters ordered as well as refurbishments for 250 older Z26M series. The helicopters will be used for rapid reaction and special forces.
Three hundred million zarks has also been earmarked for a new generation of surveillance satellites and 3 new communication hubs.
