新西兰的国防预算几乎翻了一番,达到66亿美元,面临对人员疏忽的批评。 New Zealand nearly doubles defense budget to $6.6 billion, facing criticism over neglecting personnel.

新西兰在四年内将国防开支增加到66亿美元, 国防预算几乎翻了一番, 达到GDP的2%, 重点是空中、陆地和海上能力。 New Zealand is increasing its defense spending to $6.6 billion over four years, nearly doubling its defense budget to 2% of GDP, focusing on air, land, and sea capabilities. 政府的目标是在全球威胁日益增加的情况下加强与澳大利亚的联系,但该计划因没有解决人员薪酬、条件和招聘问题而遭到批评。 The government aims to strengthen ties with Australia amid growing global threats, but the plan faces criticism for not addressing personnel pay, conditions, and recruitment issues. 批评者认为,仅仅投资于设备而不改善人员福利,可能无法有效提高总体防御能力。 Critics argue that investing in equipment alone without improving personnel well-being may not enhance overall defense capabilities effectively.